Dr. Victor Ruiz

Doctor, Via Care Community Health Center in East LA

Via Care Community Health Center in East LA

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People ages 65 and up can currently get vaccinated against COVID-19 in LA County. But the public health department says fewer than half of that age group have received the first dose.

Difficulties vaccinating older Angelenos and the importance of community health clinics

People ages 65 and up can currently get vaccinated against COVID-19 in LA County. But the public health department says fewer than half of that age group have received the first dose.

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