IHS COVID-19 Implementation Progress and Safety Update
August 16, 2021 –
The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) is hosting the first webinar in the #ACTOFLOVE COVID-19 Vaccine Webinar Series, co-hosted with the Association of American Indian Physicians (AAIP). The Delta variant is now the predominant strain of COVID-19 circulating in Tribal communities. The new surge in cases is prompting Tribes to re-evaluate current public health measures like mask mandates and vaccine requirements. Join the webinar to hear about various Tribal responses and current data from policymakers and experts.
This webinar is focused on knowledge sharing and helping Tribal communities plan and prepare for the increase in cases attributed to the Delta variant. Submit questions ahead of time to cwheeler@nihb.org so presenter(s) have time to review them. Please come prepared to ask questions or share your own insights and experiences.
For questions, please contact Tyler Dougherty at tdougherty@nihb.org.
NOTE: CE credits will not be offered for this webinar.
Panelists:
- Bechara Choucair, Vaccinations Coordinator, White House COVID Response Team
- Mary Owen, President, Association of American Indian Physicians
Who should attend?
The webinar is open to any interested person, but is likely most relevant to Tribal leaders, Tribal public health professionals, Tribal health departments, Tribal healthcare personnel, and those who want to learn more about the Delta variant and Tribal communities.