SHA to expand vaccination bookings to 62-and-over age group

People in Saskatchewan aged 62 and over will be able to book COVID-19 vaccination appointments starting Thursday at 8 a.m.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority made the announcement Wednesday, just a few hours after expanding the eligible age group to 65 from 67.

People in the 62-and-over age group can make an appointment online 24/7 using their health card here or by calling 1-833-SASKVAX (1-833-727-5829) between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m.

People between the ages of 50 and 61 living in the Northern Saskatchewan Administration District can make appointments by phone, but not online. Residents of that area who are 62 and over can book appointments online.

All remaining Phase 1 health-care workers also can book their vaccination by phone.

People with underlying health conditions who are clinically extremely vulnerable have been identified by their health-care team and will receive a letter of eligibility in the mail in the next two weeks. The letter is required in order to book an appointment.

Members of that group can’t book online unless they’re 62 or older and have not yet booked an appointment. They can call for an appointment.

As well, the SHA is connecting with group homes for persons with intellectual disabilities, shelters and other congregate living facilities to discuss options for immunization.