"Opportunities for vaccination continue to be held throughout Algoma," said Algoma Public Health spokesman Leo Vecchio in an email to SooToday after the province announced eligibility for fourth doses of COVID-19 vaccine has been expanded to include all adults aged 18 or older.
In Ontario, adults aged 18 to 59 can book a fourth dose as of July 14, but the province's top doctor says healthy residents in that age group can wait until the fall for a new shot that's expected to better target Omicron variants. Those who are 60 and older, immunocompromised or Indigenous adults have been eligible since April.
Algoma residents can receive a COVID-19 vaccine from participating pharmacies<https://covid-19.on
If you live in Elliot Lake and area, please call the Elliot Lake Family Health Team to book an appointment at 1-705-461-8882 ext. 611
"If you live in Sault Ste. Marie and area, Central and East Algoma and North Algoma, public health clinics will continue to be available and more appointments are being added in response to expanded eligibility. You can book an appointment online or by phone," wrote Vecchio.
The phone number is 705-541-7370 or 1-888-440-3730 and phone lines will be open Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.
You can book online in Algoma at <https://www.algomapubli
APH says that "protection after a primary COVID-19 vaccine series (2 doses) decreases over time, especially against the Omicron variant of concern. COVID-19 vaccine booster doses help to increase protection against symptomatic infection and severe outcomes at the individual level and help to reduce transmission at the population level."
"We encourage those who are at higher risk of severe illness or hospitalization related to COVID-19 to get their second booster dose as soon as possible. This will ensure you remain well protected against COVID-19. Individuals at higher risk include those aged 60+, Indigenous Peoples and their household members aged 18+, those living in congregate settings that provide assisted-living or health services, and individuals who are immunocompromised," wrote Vecchio.