Newsmakers, January 22, 2021

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Registered Nurse Receives COVID-19 Vaccine At Hayward Hospital
Emergency Room Registered Nurse, Kimberly (Renee) Metcalf received the first COVID-19 vaccine for Hayward Area Memorial Hospital on Thursday, Dec. 24, 2020. Her vaccine was given by Registered Nurse, Tracy Jensen.
Photo courtesy of Hayward Area Memorial Hospital

COVID-19 vaccines are starting to become available throughout the La Crosse area and in surrounding counties. This week on “Newsmakers,” we’re talking to medical and public health professionals about vaccine safety and distribution. We’re also learning about what advice the health department has for residents as COVID numbers begin to decline. Then, learn about a program offering help to COVID-19 affected businesses with fewer than 20 employees.

Episode Credits

  • Ezra Wall Host
  • Dawn Jewell Producer
  • John Davis Producer
  • Jacquie Cutts Guest
  • Maggie Smith Guest
  • Aaron Reimler Guest
  • Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald Guest
  • Dr. Erin Morcomb Guest
  • Dr. Todd Kowalski Guest