The Ministry of Health informs the public that Phase 1B of the COVID-19 vaccination campaign has commenced.
In Phase 1B, people who are 65 years and older; residents of elderly homes and people living with chronic health conditions will be vaccinated. People are encouraged to pre-register ahead of time via the online platform https://hmi.govt.lc/ or at the Community Wellness Centre nearest to you. The Ministry of Health will be implementing Phases 1A and 1B at the same time.
The schedule for Phase 1B begins on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 – Richfond Human Resource Centre and Ti Rocher Micoud Wellness Centre. Wednesday, March 3, 2021 – Bexon Wellness Centre, Thursday, March 4, 2021 – Desruisseaux Parish Hall, Friday, March 5, 2021 – Gros-Islet Resource Centre – Babonneau Multi-Purpose Centre, Marigot Secondary School, Dennery Seventh Day Adventist Church
(High Street), Micoud Multi-Purpose Centre, Laborie Wellness Centre and Choiseul Fisheries Complex. The first week wraps up on Saturday, March 6, 2021 – Gros-Islet Resource Centre and the Phillip Marcellin Grounds, Vieux Fort.
People are asked to walk with a form of identification to facilitate the registration process as well as a light snack and water given the waiting time to get vaccinated.