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COVID-19 Vaccine Bulletin - July 8, 2021

Volume 23 – Issued July 8, 2021

Getting the First and Second Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine Is Quick and Easy

Anyone 12 years of age and older is strongly encouraged to get their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible. Youth 12-17 years of age must receive the Pfizer vaccine. All individuals 12 years of age and older, who have received their first dose of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine at least 28 days ago can now book an appointment for their second dose.

For first doses of COVID-19 vaccine, appointments can be booked online, or by calling 705-360-4819 (Timmins) or 1-800-461-1818, or drop-in at any clinic to get vaccinated the same day. Appointments are required for all second COVID-19 vaccine doses. Visit the PHU vaccine webpage to find out when upcoming clinics are scheduled.

News Highlights:

If you had Moderna or Pfizer for your first dose you can safely take either Moderna or Pfizer for your second dose for strong protection against COVID-19.

COVID-19 Vaccine Numbers:

    • Vaccine doses given at PHU mass immunization clinics: 85,625.
    • Number of people vaccinated with at least 1 dose of vaccine in the PHU area: 48,530.
    • 75.7% of individuals 18 years of age and older in the PHU area have received at least one dose of vaccine.
    • 59.4% of individuals 18 years of age and older in the PHU area have received two doses of vaccine.

Trust The COVID-19 Vaccine Facts

  1. Vaccines work.
  2. All COVID-19 vaccines are safe.
  3. Vaccines do not cause COVID-19 infections.
  4. You are much more likely to get a serious complication from a COVID-19 infection than the vaccine.
  5. The COVID-19 vaccines are the way out of this pandemic.

Access To First Doses Of COVID-19 Vaccines For Homebound Individuals

The Porcupine Health Unit, in collaboration with the Community Paramedicine Program, is pleased to announce mobile clinics for individuals who are homebound and need their first COVID-19 vaccine. Individuals who are eligible for this service are those who are unable to leave their home due to their mental or physical health and for individuals who are not comfortable being vaccinated in public or attending a public venue.

Individuals who are eligible must call the health unit to arrange an appointment.

"Youth Den" Vaccination Clinics

The Porcupine Health Unit (PHU) is pleased to announce drop-in Pfizer vaccination clinics geared to youth aged 12 years of age and older. The “Youth Dens” will offer a friendly, safe environment for youth to ask questions about the COVID-19 vaccine, take a walk-through the vaccination clinic to see what they are all about, bring a friend along for support and get vaccinated if they choose to. The “Youth Dens” will also offer a variety of activities that will include music, safe activities, and giveaways.

Youth attending the dens are encouraged to bring their mask and health card. Youth are encouraged, but not required, to discuss COVID-19 vaccination with their parents prior to attending the clinic.

For the “Youth Den” vaccination clinic schedule visit: Porcupine Health Unit - Home | Facebook

PORCUPINE HEALTH UNIT COVID-19 INFORMATION LINE

Call with any inquiries about COVID-19. If you or a loved one are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine but are experiencing barriers to accessing the vaccine clinics and need support, call the health unit.

Timmins: 705-360-4819 Toll free: 1-800-461-1818

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