Alaska's COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout: What's the Hold-Up?

Alaska is still seeing COVID-19 cases, but some folks might have to wait a bit to get their shots. The state's health team is still pushing for people to get vaccinated, but they've tweaked their advice to match what the big shots at the CDC are saying. They're now suggesting that everyone aged 6 months and up should consider getting the vaccine, especially those who could get really sick from it. The state's COVID-19 numbers have been going down, which is good news. But last year, August was the peak month for cases, which is different from the rest of the country where winter usually sees more cases. This could be because lots of people travel in and out of Alaska in August. You can still get the vaccine at most pharmacies in Alaska, and you don't need a prescription. But there are some delays, especially for kids who need to go through their pediatricians. Some rural areas might also feel the pinch. The state is waiting for the CDC to give the final okay before they start ordering more vaccines.