Assistant Commissioner Dr. Julian Watkins joined “In Focus” and gave an update on COVID-19 vaccines.

Dr. Watkins discussed how the vaccine has worked in the past and, as the cold season, to consider taking extra shots for a boost.

He talked about how the vaccine has been proven reliable so far.

Dr. Watkins also discussed his role at the Health Department and how he works to close racial gaps and health inequities.

He put an emphasis on the mental health crisis in the city and how he’s working to help resolve it.