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Native America Calling: The COVID-19 vaccine and protecting elders
Monday, February 1, 2021
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The COVID-19 vaccine is already offering a sigh of relief to thousands of people.

But many Native people remain wary for a variety of reasons. Health officials are looking for ways to get the message out that the vaccine is safe and effective, especially compared to the alternative.

Meanwhile, tribal leaders and others are particularly worried about the toll the disease is taking on elders and what that means for tribal language and culture.

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