Peel has vaccinated 90% of residents 12 and over

Peel Public Well being is celebrating one other milestone; after giving out greater than three million doses, 90 per cent of residents over the age of 12 are vaccinated towards COVID-19.

“Regardless of the numerous challenges and limitations we confronted, our neighborhood got here collectively via 4 waves, first staying aside to maintain one another protected after which getting vaccinated,” stated Dr. Lawrence Loh, Peel’s medical officer of well being.

Residents can get vaccinated in Peel at massive clinics in Brampton, Caledon and Mississauga, at pharmacies, neighborhood clinics, via the “vax van” and extra.

“We're grateful to the residents who've supported our collective efforts to save lots of lives and maintain one another protected via the pandemic response,” Loh stated. “I’d additionally prefer to acknowledge the great effort of our employees and all of our companions; with out whom reaching these milestones wouldn't be attainable.”

The Area of Peel can be internet hosting a household clinic for Black, African and Caribbean communities at Chinguacousy Secondary Faculty on Saturday Jan. 29, from 10:30 a.m. to five:30 p.m.

Ebook an appointment on-line, as there are restricted walk-ins accessible for first and second doses, in addition to boosters for these over 50.