NM Health Department working to vaccinate seniors

Nearly 2,400 vaccinations were given to senior citizens in two northern New Mexico counties as part of an effort by the state Health Department to protect against flu and pneumonia.

State health officials say the number of vaccinations given during the recent clinic was more than double the number given the previous year. 

The department's Office of Health Equity is concerned that a high rate of Hispanics aren't getting vaccinations. In fact, only one-third of New Mexicans over 65 get pneumonia vaccines. 

The department received a federal grant to address the problem.

NM Health Department working to vaccinate seniors