COVID-19 Vaccine Availability
We know many people are eager to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, and St. Luke’s is eager to offer it. However, St. Luke’s must follow guidance from federal and state governments.
Do I need to make an appointment or get on a waiting list?
No. Vaccine appointments are not available at this time. We are awaiting
further guidance and vaccines from the state government. Future updates
will be posted on this page.
Why isn’t the vaccine available to everyone?
Eventually, the vaccine will be available to everyone. In order to get
to that point, St. Luke’s must follow strict guidance from the state
of Minnesota regarding who we are able to give the vaccine to, given the
current supply. To learn more about vaccine distribution in Wisconsin,
visit the
Wisconsin Department of Health Services website.
Who decided the priority of who is eligible?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Advisory Committee
on Immunization Practices (ACIP) determined the priority groups that will
be getting vaccine first. Then, the
Minnesota COVID-19 Vaccine Allocation Advisory Group reviewed the guidelines and made detailed recommendations for how to apply
the guidelines in Minnesota.
When will more people be eligible to receive the vaccine?
The State of Minnesota has not yet determined when a broader group of people
will be eligible to get the vaccine in Minnesota.
Thank you for your patience
We know that waiting for vaccine is extremely difficult. Please rest assured
that we are working closely with state and federal authorities and are
prepared to support the rollout of the vaccine as soon as possible.
To get answers to frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine, watch this short video featuring Infectious Disease Physician Dr. Andrew Thompson.
Source: Minnesota Department of Health