Health authorities in central and western Newfoundland will begin offering vaccinations to residents 85 and older over the next week.
Starting March 8th, vaccinations will be provided in Port Saunders, Norris Point, Deer Lake, Corner Brook, Stephenville, Port aux Basques and Burgeo in the Western Health region.
In the Central Health region vaccines will start to be offered March 9th for those over the age of 85 in Buchans, Baie Verte, Harbour Breton, Gander, Grand Falls-Windsor, Lewisporte, Botwood, Springdale, Brookfield, Twillingate and Fogo.
Other communities will be added as the roll-out continues.
Vaccination will be by appointment only and available for people who have pre-registered.
Patients will be contacted to set up their appointment.
If a person is unable to travel to the location offered for the vaccine, they may choose to wait until a clinic is available closer to their home.
Vaccination Clinics Scheduled on South Coast of Labrador and the Straits
Meanwhile, Labrador-Grenfell Health is set to continue its COVID vaccinations for all residents of the south coast of Labrador and the Straits who are 18 and older.
In partnership with the NunatuKavut Community Council, Labrador Grenfell-Health will resume vaccinations starting March 15th.
The full schedule is as follows:
Monday, March 15 to Friday, March 19
50 Plus Club
Community Clinic
Labrador South Health Centre
Town Hall
Community Clinic
Community Clinic
Community Clinic
To Book an Appointment:
Beginning March 8 and ending March 16 at 4:00 p.m., individuals can book via: