Letter to the editor: God bless the vaccinators

At 9:30 a.m. my wife and I received a telephone call from Human Services telling us that vaccinations were available that day for both of us. The caller registered us and asked if we wanted the shots that day with a second one in four weeks. Naturally, we accepted. After answering some questions, the time was given and we were told to go to the Barum garage.

Upon arrival, we were met by people at the entrance of the yard who directed us to follow the marked lane to the building entrance. Along the way, there were small signs indicating there were restrooms available, and that we could turn our radio to 91.5 for messages about breathing exercises to reduce nervous tension. When we were allowed to proceed, we happened to be the last vehicle in that session.

Inside the building, we were told to turn off the engine and open our windows. There were a number of workers working both lanes asking our names, present health conditions and about allergies (again). We were also given fact sheets about the shots and cards with the date and place for our second shot.

A second group of workers came from the front of the vehicle line, pushing carts of supplies. After receiving the vaccinations, a note was placed on the windshield with a time noted. We were told we would have to wait at the exit so they could make sure there was no bad reaction, and they released us at the time written on the note.

The entire time we were there at the garage, start to finish, was about 40 minutes. The operation was very well organized, the workers very friendly, and each worker knew their job during the process. Everything was performed very efficiently and professionally. The efforts of each worker was very much appreciated by both of us.

A job well done!

God bless all the employees, and may they continue in good health.

Ralph Yrjanson,

Cloquet