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As other states open vaccinations to all adults, Tenn. defends its slow approach

By , Daily Memphian Published: March 18, 2021 10:57 AM CT
<strong>A vial of Johnson &amp; Johnson vaccine awaits use March 10, 2021.</strong> (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian)

A vial of Johnson & Johnson vaccine awaits use March 10, 2021. (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian)

A state spokesman says Tennessee’s plan emphasizes equity over speed, intentionally focusing on more vulnerable populations first. But only about 20% of West Tennessee’s vaccine appointments are booked each day. 

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Dr. Bruce Randolph Marlinee Iverson Doug McGowen Dr. Rebecca Wurtz Dr. Lisa Piercey Dr. James Hildreth Dr. Bill Schaffner Tennessee Grocers & Convenience Store Association Subscriber Only

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Jane Roberts

Jane Roberts

Jane Roberts has reported in Memphis for more than 20 years. As a senior member of The Daily Memphian staff, she was assigned to the medical beat during the COVID-19 pandemic. She also has done in-depth work on other medical issues facing our community, including shortages of specialists in local hospitals. She covered K-12 education here for years and later the region’s transportation sector, including Memphis International Airport and FedEx Corp.


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