A local health unit's speeding up delivery of COVID-19 vaccine second doses.
Following a provincial announcement, Public Health Sudbury and Districts has confirmed it is speeding up the second dose for those 70 and older and those who got the first dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine by April 18th.
Starting today, they're now able to book their second dose appointment through the province's online booking system or by calling 1-800-708-2505.
Algoma Public Health is a little behind on that, noting "local considerations and vaccine supply to our region", but it does say almost 65% of adults in Algoma have received at least one dose, amounting to more than 55% of Algoma residents of all ages.
Everyone 12 or older is eligible to book an appointment for their first dose, with 12 to 17 year olds and their households prioritized at the moment.