The Protect Michigan Commission has been created within the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. The commission was formed in response to the pending approval of the COVID-19 vaccine. Since the formation, the vaccine formulated by Pfizer has been approved by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.
In anticipation of the approval, Chief Medical Executive and MDHHS Chief Deputy for Health Dr. Joneigh Khaldun said, “One of the most important things every adult should be doing now is planning for how they will get the vaccine when it becomes available to them. The Protect Michigan Commission will make sure all Michiganders have the information they need to make those plans. As we get closer to distributing a safe and effective vaccine, think about how you can play a role in ending this pandemic. Wear your mask now so you can prevent the spread, and avoid indoor gatherings. 2021 will be the year when Michigan beats back this pandemic, we just have to stay the course.”
The Commission will be made up of 50 members, chaired by Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist and former Lieutenant Governor Brian Calley, along with several others. The commission is charged with providing leadership in the effort to distribute the vaccination equitably.
The full order creating the Protect Michigan Commission can be found at EO 2020-193.pdf (govdelivery.com).
Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland
