COVID-19 vaccine available in Prince Albert for people 70+, limited clinic spots offered on first-come, first-served basis

This 2020 electron microscope image made available by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows the spherical particles of the new coronavirus, colorized blue, from the first U.S. case of COVID-19. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-Hannah A. Bullock, Azaibi Tamin/CDC via AP)

SASKATOON — The COVID-19 vaccine is now available to seniors over the age of 70 living in the City of Prince Albert.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority says vaccinations are by appointment and available to those living independently who are able to travel to the immunization clinics.

Clinics will be held in Prince Albert on Jan. 19 and Jan. 20. A limited number of appointment spots are available and they will be filled on a first-come first-served basis.

Individuals are not eligible to receive the vaccine who:

The vaccine was also made available in other areas of the province last week.