Huron Perth Public Health is expanding Covid-19 vaccine eligibility. As of Friday, March 26th the following groups will be able to make appointments for their first dose of vaccine:
- Adults aged 70 and older (born in 1951 or earlier)
- Indigenous persons 16 years of age or older
- Faith leaders who, as part of their regular role are at increased risk of exposure to Covid-19 through close contact with persons and families in the following circumstances:
- End of life care
- Care of the deceased, funerals, bathing, or other ceremony wit direct contact with deceased persons
- Home visits to unwell persons
- Pastoral care in hospitals/LTCHs/RHs or other vulnerable setting
Vaccinations are only available to eligible groups. You can find the complete list of eligibility at www.hpph.ca/vaccine; do not attempt to book an appointment if you are not eligible.
For those eligible, appointments can be booked online at www.hpph.ca/vaccinebooking or through the HPPH booking line at 1-833-753-2098. We highly encourage online bookings as call volume is high. We thank everyone for their patience.
