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Minnesota Medical Association Encourages COVID Vaccinations to Reach 70 Percent of Minnesotans Vaccinated by July 1
June 18, 2021
The Minnesota Medical Association (MMA) encourages fellow Minnesotans who are unvaccinated to get their COVID-19 vaccination in order to meet the goal of 70 percent of Minnesotans ages 12 and up vaccinated by July 1.
State and national data show that the vaccines are working and helping to drive down the number of cases, hospitalizations, and deaths. To continue this recovery, it’s important to get as many Minnesotans as possible vaccinated. Minnesota is getting close to the 70 percent goal; however, vaccination rates have slowed significantly in recent weeks.
According to the latest information from the health department, at the current rate of vaccination Minnesota will not meet its 70 percent vaccination goal until July 29.
“Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and others and stop the spread of dangerous variants,” says MMA President Marilyn Peitso, MD. “There are several COVID variants that are highly infectious and potentially more deadly, including the Delta variant. Hitting the 70 percent vaccinated goal will help us get across the finish line before more variants crop up. Remember that children under 12 years of age and those with immune system problems are unable to be vaccinated right now. You can help protect them by getting vaccinated yourself.”
The MMA reminds Minnesotans:
- COVID vaccines are safe and effective.
- If you have questions about the vaccine, discuss any concerns with your doctor.
- The CDC addresses many vaccine myths and rumors on its website.
- The vaccines contain no metal or magnetic ingredients.
- The vaccines are not linked to 5G or tracking devices.
- The vaccines do not alter your DNA.
- COVID vaccines are free to all.
About the Minnesota Medical Association
The Minnesota Medical Association is a non-profit professional association representing physicians, residents and medical students. With more than 12,000 members, the MMA is dedicated to being the leading voice of medicine to make Minnesota the healthiest state and the best place to practice.
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