In September of 2021 we set up our first vaccine pop-up in Queens Village, one of the least vaccinated zip codes in the borough. By the end of day one, more than 60 people had been vaccinated. 

But eventually we saw what the rest of New York City was seeing - fewer and fewer people looking for a shot. And even though 75% of our neighbors received their initial doses, less than 40% percent have gotten their booster. Now, we’re seeing a new wave of COVID-19 cases, so does this coincide with a spike in vaccinations?

In this episode Epicenter-NYC reporter Danille Hyams talks to Adriana Proano about the recent rise in cases, whether or not the city is prepared to provide testing for all who need it, and why incentives are a great way to get more of our neighbors protected. Adriana is the site supervisor for Epicenter-NYC in Queens Village. 

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