Public Health says the COVID-19 Vaccine is now rolling out for those 80 years and older.
The Health Unit says it will obtain contact information and book appointments for those 80 years old and older through three methods:
1/ Family physician patient lists. Public Health says you cannot book an appointment by calling your healthcare provider they– will call you.
2/ Public Health says it is working with the organizations providing home care to obtain their client lists. The Health Unit notes, you cannot book an appointment by calling these agencies –Public Health will call you.
3/ A 1-800 number for booking and the provincial online booking system will be made available March 15th, 2021.
Those outside of this age group, including those with health conditions, are directed to use the provincial booking system following March 15th, based on your order in the provincial framework.
Public Health says clinics and other venues where the vaccine will be administered are being developed this week.
They say no appointments are currently available, and note you will be contacted directly to book your appointment in the coming days or week. Appointments are not available by calling the Health Unit at this time.