Only about 44.5% of this week’s supply of 280,000 doses will be available for first shots, officials said Monday. AdvertisementIn L.A. County, officials say they could dole out roughly 634,000 doses this week alone, but they’ve never come close to receiving that many. “Our efforts are slowed by the continued lack of vaccine supply,” county Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer said Monday. Earlier this month, President Biden said restrictions on who could make a COVID-19 vaccine appointment would be lifted nationwide by May 1, as supply is expected to be sufficient to meet demand. AdvertisementDespite the promising progress on the vaccine front, officials stress that residents must maintain their vigilance to stave off another coronavirus surge.

Source: Los Angeles Times March 22, 2021 19:55 UTC