Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department is now expanding eligibility for third doses of COVID-19 vaccine, as recently announced by the province. Eligibility to receive a third dose of vaccine includes:
Individuals in these eligibility groups can receive a third dose of COVID-19 vaccine a minimum of six-months (168 days) after receiving their second dose. Booster doses are being offered to these groups based on evidence of gradual waning immunity six months after receiving their second dose, and a higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19. There are many options for Durham Region residents to receive their third dose, including participating pharmacies and health care providers administering COVID-19 vaccine and at Durham Region community immunization clinics.
Eligible residents can begin booking third dose appointments at Durham Region community immunization clinics on November 4. Community immunization clinics are currently open in Ajax, Oshawa, and Clarington. Additional clinics will be opening in Pickering, Whitby, Uxbridge, Scugog and Brock over the next week. For a list of clinics, hours of operation or to book an appointment visit www.durham.ca/vaccineappointment or call 1-888-444-5113.
From November 4 to 6:
From November 7 onward:
For more information on COVID-19 vaccines in Durham Region, visit www.durham.ca/covidvaccines.
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Read this press release on the Region of Durham's website.
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