Beatrice Community Hospital and Health Center announced this week it’s expanding its COVID-19 vaccination ability. BCH, in partnership with Public Health Solutions District Health Department, is now opening vaccinations to those age 70 and older. Any individual age 70 and older who wants a COVID-19 vaccination should call the BCH COVID-19 Hotline number at 1-800-859-0240 to schedule an appointment. A press release stated there will be no out-of-pocket expense for anyone getting the COVID-19 vaccination; however, insurance information, including Medicare, will be requested. On Friday, Public Health Solutions announced there were 53 new cases in its five-county district for the week.

Source: Daily Sun February 15, 2021 18:11 UTC