More than half of eligible Albertans now fully vaccinated

Alberta continues to be a leader in Canada in administering second doses, with 50.7 per cent of eligible Albertans having received both doses. Second doses offer a high level of protection against COVID-19 and are necessary to get the best and most long-lasting protection against the virus.

Thanks to Alberta Health Services, participating pharmacies and select physicians’ offices, more than 4.6 million doses of vaccine have been administered provincewide.

As of July 6, 73.6 per cent of Albertans aged 12 and older have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine.

Bookings are available provincewide. Anyone who received an mRNA vaccine for their first dose can book a second dose four weeks later. Both Pfizer and Moderna are interchangeable, so Albertans are encouraged to take the first appointment available.

Individuals who received AstraZeneca for their first dose should book a second dose at least eight weeks after their first to ensure maximum protection. Second doses can be with AstraZeneca or either of the mRNA vaccines.

Albertans can book appointments through AHS online or by calling 811, or through participating pharmacies. First-dose appointments continue to be prioritized. Walk-in appointments for first doses are also available. For schedule and locations, visit ahs.ca/vaccine.

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