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Maryland, in collaboration with Kaiser Health News, has updated its COVID-19 vaccination plan to enhance distribution. The plan includes the National Guard's assistance and 700 volunteers to aid in vaccination efforts. Governor Larry Hogan warns hospitals to use 75% of their vaccine doses or face reduced future allocations. CVS Health is on track to complete its first round of vaccinations in nursing homes by January 25th, covering 49 states and the District of Columbia. Additionally, 3000 to 6000 pharmacies are expected to begin administering vaccines within two weeks.

What new strategy has Maryland implemented to enhance its vaccine distribution?

• Partnering with local schools

• Involving the National Guard

• Reducing vaccine doses

• Increasing vaccine prices

What consequence did Governor Larry Hogan mention for hospitals not using their vaccine doses efficiently?

• More vaccine doses

• No consequences

• Reduced future allocations

• Increased funding

By when does CVS Health plan to complete its first round of vaccinations at nursing homes?

• December 31st

• February 1st

• March 1st

• January 25th

Which facilities are CVS Health also vaccinating besides nursing homes?

• Hospitals

• Assisted living facilities

• Community centers

• Schools

How many pharmacies are estimated to start administering COVID vaccines soon?

• 7000 to 8000

• 500 to 1000

• 3000 to 6000

• 1000 to 2000