To date, 90,927 doses of vaccine have been administered including 60,593 first doses and 30,334 second doses. This week, Focused Immunization Teams (FITs) will visit nearly 3,000 eligible residents at more than 70 sites, administering their first dose of the vaccine.
The first doses of the AstraZeneca/Covishield vaccine are expected to arrive in Manitoba next week and will then be distributed to participating medical clinics and pharmacies. The province is recommending this vaccine be provided to adults aged 50 to 64 years, with priority given to those at increased risk of experiencing serious outcomes.
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Cindy and Ray Brownlee are terrified for their daughter.
Becky, who is 39, has Down syndrome, type 1 diabetes and asthma. Having Down syndrome means her immune system is compromised. She had to stop working as a Walmart greeter, a job she has held for more than 15 years and where she is much beloved by staff and customers alike.
Becky Brownlee, seen here proudly displaying a Special Olympics medal, has Down syndrome, which makes her especially vulnerable to COVID-19. The province and Canada as a whole refuse to prioritize this at-risk group of people. (Submitted)
Eligibility for vaccination is expanding today to include people aged 89 and older for the general population and 69 years and older for First Nation people. To simplify the process, individuals can now book appointments based on their age on the date of booking.