COVID-19: Immunization Update for June 3

The following is from the Saskatchewan Health Authority

Age Eligibility as of June 2

For Second Doses:

• all individuals 65 years of age and older,
• all individuals who had their first dose on or before March 22,
• individuals diagnosed with or being treated for cancer, who will receive a letter of confirmation,
• individuals who have received solid organ transplants, who will receive a letter of confirmation,
• residents of NSAD over the age of 50, regardless of when they received their first dose, as long as they have a minimum interval between doses of 21 days for Pfizer and 28 days for Moderna.
• Persons who received a first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine may receive either the AstraZeneca vaccine or an mRNA vaccine (Pfizer or Moderna) for their second dose when eligible under provincial age or date criteria for second doses.
• AstraZeneca clinics are scheduled to begin June 6

All residents aged 12 and older are eligible for their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine.  Note that only the Pfizer vaccine has been approved for use with residents aged 12 to 17.

Where to Get Immunized

Saskatchewan residents have multiple options for receiving first and second doses of COVID-19 vaccine when eligible. Once an individual is eligible for immunization they remain eligible and can be immunized at any time.

• Book an appointment online 24/7 at saskatchewan.ca/COVID-19 vaccine.
• Call 1-833-SASKVAX (1-833-727-5829) to book your appointment, 7 days a week, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Visit a Drive-thru or Walk-in clinic in your community. See the full list of clinics and hours at www.saskatchewan.ca/drive-thru-vax.
• Visit your local pharmacy. For a list of participating pharmacies, including vaccine brands available, visit   www.saskatchewan.ca/covid19-pharmacies.
• A School Immunization Program is in operation throughout June, for youth over the age of 12. For more information visit www.saskatchewan.ca/covid19-youth-vaccine.

For the most up-to-date times, clinic addresses and other information please visit www.saskatchewan.ca/drive-thru-vax.

Read the entire release at SaskHealthAuthority.ca.