In the 14 counties within Illinois’ 17th Congressional District, Mercer County is ranked number one in terms of percentage of population receiving the COVID vaccine. Congresswoman Cheri Bustos shared that data Tuesday morning.
Mercer County Health Department administrator Carla Ewing has been pleased with the vaccine numbers, but says demand is slowing.
This week’s COVID-19 vaccine opportunities offered by the Mercer County Health Department include the Johnson & Johnson vaccine on Wednesday from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. and the Moderna vaccine from 2:30 to 5 p.m. on Thursday. You can call 582-3759 for an appointment.
Also, Genesis Health Group Aledo is offering both first dose and second dose Moderna this Saturday along with the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. You can call 582-9450 for an appointment.