Submitted by: Northwestern Health Unit
The Ford government is accelerating COVID vaccinations across Ontario.
Starting Monday morning, anyone turning 70 and over this year, as well as individuals who received their first dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine before April 18, will be able to book an early second dose ahead of schedule through the provincial booking system.
As well, starting today, the same groups are eligible to receive their accelerated second dose appointment through pharmacies and primary care settings participating in the vaccine rollout.
Others who are eligible include:
First Nations, Inuit and Metis people and their household members
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Mental health and addiction services available to youth in northwestern Ontario are being expanded.
The province will now provide annual funding of 1.5 million dollars toward two programs in Thunder Bay and create a centralized service hub for the entire northwest.
Northern Development Minister Greg Rickford says it’s going to improve service.
“What this means in practice is better services to those who need them, shorter waiting times and most importantly more a defined path forward toward a life with positive outcomes,” states Rickford.
He adds these mental health services are critical for the northwest.
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