Teachers, school faculty and those who work in healthcare settings must receive at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine by September 19. Otherwise they will need weekly negative tests. 

There are plenty of places to get your jab in central Illinois. Kim Bourne is the CEO and President of Taylorville Memorial Hospital and she says that means more than just schools and hospitals. 

Bourne also talked a little bit about possible exemptions for the vaccine. 

Bourne offers advice for those who need to get tested regularly. 

Bourne also talked about the financial importance of getting vaccinated. 

Kim Bourne appeared as a guest on the WTIM Morning Show broadcasting live from studios in Taylorville.