Second Dose Eligibility Widely Open

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Anyone who had a first dose of the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at least 28 days ago is now eligible for their second dose. After seeing a lot of interest and long line-ups at some clinics last week, Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) urges the public to book an appointment for their COVID-19 vaccine. First or second doses can be booked online using the NWHU Booking Site or by calling 1-866-468-2240. Although NWHU has been offering some walk-in spots when clinics are not fully booked, health officials recommend booking an appointment to avoid waiting in a long line-up on vaccination day.

People currently able to book an appointment online include:

Dose 1: Anyone aged 12 or older

Dose 2:

  • Anyone who had their first dose of an mRNA vaccine at least 28 days ago
  • Anyone who had AstraZeneca as a first dose at least 56 days (8 weeks) ago

NWHU asks that the public disregards previously booked second dose appointments that were scheduled at the time of booking their first dose. These individuals should book an earlier appointment or attend a walk-in clinic.

For those who choose not to book an appointment, information on walk-in clinics can be found on NWHU’s website.

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Media contact:
Dr. Kit Young Hoon
Medical Officer of Health
Northwestern Health Unit
jbegg@nwhu.on.ca

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