News

Some 100,000 doses of Pfizer Vaccines Arrived in Jamaica

Jamaica has received another shipment of Pfizer vaccines on Friday, October 29. According to the Ministry of Health and Wellness has reported that the just over 100,000 doses arrived at the Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston and is another delivery through the Ministry’s paid COVAX facility.

He says the Ministry intends to resume administration of the vaccine on November 1, adding that priority will be given to 85,000 persons awaiting their second dose, followed by students ages 12-18 years.  Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Jacquiline Bisasor-Mckenzie recently had reiterated that, while those due their second dose of Pfizer vaccines have been concerned, where indicated, a second dose of the vaccine is essential for stronger and longer-lasting immunity.

As previously announced, the Ministry of Health & Wellness will prioritize the members of the public, who are due their second dose. Persons who who wish to make and appointment are asked to do so via the online portal at www.moh.gov.jm or call the Vaccination Centre at 888-ONE-LOVE (888-663-5683). Persons will be able to choose their preferred date, time and vaccination centre.

 Members of the public should take a government-issued identification (school ID for students) or letter from a Justice of the Peace and their vaccination card to their appointments.

Recent Posts

CVM to Be Exclusive Free-to – Air Broadcasters of JPL

CVM TV will be the official free-to-air broadcaster of the Jamaica Premier League (JPL) for…

2 days ago

Man Charged in Danielle Anglin’s abduction and murder Dead

Lascelles Morgan, the accused charged with the abduction and murder of Danelle Anglin, is dead.…

2 days ago

95 shops destroyed in arcade fire

A fire has ravaged the northern section of the Pearnel Charles Arcade in downtown Kingston,…

3 days ago

Committee of Management for Rita Humphries Lewin Withdraws Allegations of Wrongdoing Against Cornerstone

The Committee of Management for Rita Humphries Lewin has officially withdrawn allegations of wrongdoing against…

2 weeks ago

Unidentified Body Found on Lyndhurst Crescent; Police Launch Investigation

St. Andrew, Jamaica – An unidentified body was discovered early this morning on Lyndhurst Crescent,…

2 weeks ago

Holness’ IC Challenge to Be Heard in Supreme Court

The first hearing in Prime Minister Andrew Holness' legal challenge against the Integrity Commission, IC,…

2 weeks ago