Published: 22 February 2021 PHILIPSBURG(DCOMM):--- On Monday morning February 22, the first COVID-19 vaccine inoculations took place, a very important step in heading into a post-COVID-19 era. The White and Yellow Cross Care Foundation (WYCCF) at St. John’s Estate, was the place where the first COVID-19 vaccine in the country took place. The event which was live-streamed via the Government of Sint Maarten Facebook page started out with Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs officially launching the vaccination campaign. In her opening remarks, the Prime Minister mentioned the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the community which started almost a year ago. The loss of loved ones as well as the harsh financial impact on the national economy were some of the key areas that the Prime Minister pointed out.