Despite the recent progress, however, California continues to lag behind many other states in its vaccination efforts. Last week, California received 1.7 million doses, according to Gov. That allotment grew slightly to 1.75 million this week and was expected to be 1.8 million next week. Swiftly vaccinating a state the size of California, officials say, would require more vaccine and a steadier supply. They’re waiting for others to get vaccinated so that they can get vaccinated,” Dr. Martha Dominguez, with the state Department of Public Health, said Wednesday.

Source: Los Angeles Times March 18, 2021 20:28 UTC