March 23, 2021

The ADOC was informed via self-reporting that no new staff members have tested positive for COVID-19 as of March 19.

Sixty (60) COVID-19 cases among ADOC staff and contracted staff remain active. Nine hundred seventy-one (971) staff members who previously self-reported a positive test have been cleared by medical providers to return to work.

Staff Vaccine Update

The ADOC has begun the process of offering free COVID-19 vaccinations to its staff and contracted staff who wish to receive a vaccine through the Department. In accordance with our vaccine distribution plan, staff are being prioritized to receive the first doses of the vaccine made available to the ADOC. The ADOC has developed a schedule to offer the vaccine to staff at each of its facilities, beginning with those that house our most vulnerable inmates.

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