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Nonprofits aim to address worsened food insecurity in Boston

Isabella Abraham April 15, 2021
One year in, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave many Boston residents facing food insecurity.
Fenway Park vaccination site. Boston residents who drive seniors to vaccine distribution centers became eligible for same-day appointments Wednesday, leading some to offer rides to elderly vaccine recipients to receive the vaccine sooner. LILY KEPNER/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Massachusetts sees issues with ‘companion vaccination system,’ overall distribution

Madison Mercado February 16, 2021
Bostonians looking for a quicker COVID-19 vaccine have taken to offering the elderly rides to vaccination sites on Craigslist, following a Wednesday announcement by the state that caregivers accompanying those over 75 are eligible for a same-day appointment.
Massachusetts will begin its second phase of COVID-19 vaccine distribution Monday, adding residents over age 65, some essential workers and individuals with underlying conditions to the priority list. COURTESY OF FERNANDO ZHIMINAICELA VIA PIXABAY

State begins Phase Two of vaccine rollout

Daily Free Press Staff February 1, 2021
Massachusetts residents aged 75 and older can begin receiving the COVID-19 vaccine Monday. Individuals 65 and older are the second priority group, as well as those with two or more underlying health conditions.
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