With the rate of Nassau County residents with at least one dose of the coronavirus vaccine at 85%, that number tops all other counties in the state and ranks as third highest in the United States among counties with a population greater than one million.

 

“Nassau County has led the way in vaccinations since Day 1, and we’re committed to protecting our progress and building on it,” said Nassau County Executive Laura Curran. “The vaccine is saving lives every day. If you haven’t rolled up your sleeve yet, now is the time.”

 

According to a press release, Nassau also over-performed the state and the nation in vaccination rates across demographic groups including seniors, youth, black and hispanic residents. With a push to vaccinate eligible youth ahead of the school year, Nassau launched its Student Vaccination Initiative, which has vaccinated thousands of eligible students through various pop-up events, most recently in Hempstead.

 

Last week, County Executive Curran also announced a new initiative to further increase vaccinations, a new Department of Health program offering onsite vaccination events to businesses.

 

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