March 31, 2021 2:30 p.m.

Saturday’s drive through mass vaccination event at the Douglas County Fairgrounds still has openings.

County Public Health Officer Dr. Bob Dannenhoffer said some afternoon appointments remain available for getting the first dose of the Pfizer vaccine.

An update from the Douglas County COVID-19 Response Team said the Oregon Health Authority is allowing the county to vaccinate people in Phase 1B Group 7, ahead of the previously designated statewide start on Monday. That group includes:

*Frontline workers as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

*Adults ages 16 to 44 with more or more underlying health conditions with increased risk

*Individuals living in a multi-generational household

To get an appointment go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/covid-19-vaccination-event-covid-19-evento-de-vacunacion-tickets-148676311851, Those without computer access can call 671-3646 and leave a voicemail message. A volunteer will call back to help with getting signed up. Those who need help in Spanish can call the Spanish Help Line at 671-1355.

Residents must have an appointment in order to get vaccinated.

The Douglas County Commissioners, Douglas Public Health Network, Aviva Health and others are working together on this event.