The Manitoba government is making changes to its COVID-19 vaccination rollout plan in the wake of the decision to delay the second dose of the vaccine, which could mean more eligible Manitobans could receive a shot by spring.
Communities at risk of flooding, fire or losing winter road access or where access is across a waterway will be prioritized first. The community prioritization index will then include communities that have experienced high fatality rates due to COVID-19 and significant outbreaks. This will help ensure those that may be affected by spring or summer emergencies do not have issues compounded by the pandemic. In total, 63 First Nation communities across the province, six northern rural municipalities and 47 Northern Affairs communities will be included in the community prioritization index. Northern Affairs communities include Métis, First Nation and non-Indigenous populations. Anderson noted that reaching these communities in one trip is more effective than making multiple trips, especially for First Nations that are challenging to access. Therefore, community residents aged 18 and over will be eligible to receive their vaccine at a community-based vaccination site. Communities ma
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WINNIPEG The organization representing doctors in Manitoba is welcoming the news of the approval of the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine. In a statement, Doctors Manitoba said the news of the approval means Manitobans may soon be able to receive a COVID-19 vaccine from their family doctor. “This approval means Manitobans are one step closer to getting the vaccine from their doctor, a trusted medical professional who knows their health situation best,” said Dr. Cory Baillie, president of Doctors Manitoba, in a statement. “Hundreds of doctors are registered to offer the vaccine. We are ready.” The Manitoba government has opened applications for pharmacies and medical clinics in the province to be able to administer the COVID-19 vaccine. According to Manitoba’s vaccination update on Feb. 19, more than 460 pharmacies and clinics have applied to administer a vaccine as soon as a suitable candidate becomes available.