Dr. Scrase discusses state vaccine plans and viral immunity

Watch extended interview with Cabinet Secretary for the Human Services Department Dr. David Scrase

Posted: Jan 12, 2021 / 05:07 PM MST / Updated: Jan 13, 2021 / 05:46 AM MST

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) –On Tuesday, Secretary for the Human Services Department Dr. David Scrase talked about New Mexico’s second phase of distribution for the COVID-19 vaccine. He also talked about the state’s immunity calculations, re-infections and school updates.

Tuesday, the state reported 893 new cases, bringing the state total to 157,974. An additional 30 deaths were reported, bringing New Mexico’s death toll to 2,794. On Tuesday, Bernalillo County reported 231 new cases and Doña Ana County reported 105.

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