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Front-line health care workers were the first to get the new Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine on Tuesday at the University of Kansas Health System, and Gov. Laura Kelly said that the state is continuing to develop the long-term vaccination plans for the public. At KU Health System, the first person to get the vaccine was Mary … Continue reading “Hospital starts vaccinating its front-line workers”
Gov. Laura Kelly today announced her appointment of Lt. Gov. Lynn Rogers as the new Kansas state treasurer. Rogers will replace Jake LaTurner, who won election to a congressional seat in the 2nd District. Congressman-elect LaTurner takes office in January. Gov. Kelly said Rogers will be sworn in as treasurer on Jan. 2. The treasurer’s … Continue reading “Gov. Kelly appoints Rogers as state treasurer”
Gov. Laura Kelly on Wednesday announced an executive order requiring COVID=19 testing in all adult care homes. The order, which goes into effect Dec. 14, is aimed at keeping COVID-19 from entering and spreading through nursing homes, she said at the 4 p.m. news conference. “By implementing uniform testing guidelines for nursing facilities statewide, we … Continue reading “All Kansas adult care homes to begin testing staff and residents for COVID-19; vaccines expected to start next week”