Saskatchewan Health Authority has been made aware of a further delay impacting their next expected shipment of 19,300 Moderna vaccines. The delay stems from the manufacturer.
Some appointments already booked in primarily rural and northern clinics will be impacted. The SHA is still assessing the full impact. More information is expected in the coming days and the SHA will notify impacted patients directly next week and reschedule their appointments. In the interim, no action is required from patients.

As the third wave of COVID-19 continues to grip Saskatchewan, the province says the only way to beat the virus is with vaccines.

With over 234,000 vaccines administered, Health Minister Paul Merriman says the end of the pandemic is in sight.
Despite variant cases of COVID-19 continuing to rise, Merriman says the province isn’t considering stronger health restrictions. he says they are working, except for Regina which is where the restrictions were increased.

Current health measures in place in Regina have been extended until April 26th.

The Saskatchewan Medical Association is calling on the province to vaccinate all essential workers, physicians and health care workers.

A news release from the SMA states that the government’s refusal to immediately vaccinate essential workers and health care workers who haven’t yet received their shots will result in more lives lost lost and long-term illness.

The SMA adds not vaccinating both essential and health care workers will put non-COVID patients at even greater risk given delays in the services and care they need.

SMA President, Dr. Barb Konstantynowicz says she has advised Health Minister Paul Merriman on the need to vaccinate all physicians and health workers.

She adds “we need to use all opportunities in the battle against COVID-19 and it variants of concern wisely.”

A new COVID walk-in clinic is opening in Humboldt. It’s offering immunizations for those aged 55 and up. Thursday, Saturday and Sunday its open 10:00am to 6:00pm. On Friday, its open 8:00am to 6:00pm. The clinic location is Jubilee Hall Convention Centre, Door #8 at the Humboldt Uniplex.

Prince Albert is offering expanded hours at their drive-thru clinic. Today and tomorrow, the new times are 8:30am – 7:30pm or until all vaccine is administered.
The location is Thorpe’s Industry, #1 Pine Street Highway 2 North, RM #491.
All drive-thru and walk-in clinics will be on a first-come, first-served basis. No appointment is necessary; residents can attend at their convenience.

Additional details for drive-thru and walk-in clinics, including the most up-to-date wait times can be found here. Those attending drive-thru or walk-ins with previously booked appointments are encouraged to cancel, ensuring the next eligible person can receive vaccine.

Individuals are NOT eligible to receive COVID-19 Vaccine at this time if:

• You are less than 80 years of age and you have been diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last 90 days.
• You have received any other vaccine in the last 14 days.

Vaccine Eligibility

COVID-19 vaccine booking eligibility remains unchanged for April 8, 2021. Eligible groups include all individuals 58 years of age and older, individuals 50 years of age and older living in the Northern Saskatchewan Administration District, all remaining phase one health care workers, and people with underlying health conditions who are clinically extremely vulnerable through an eligibility letter.

Individuals 58 years of age and older

• People meeting this criteria can book their appointment online 24/7 using their health card here; or call 1-833-SASKVAX (1-833-727-5829) between the hours of
  8 a.m. and 11 p.m.

Individuals 50 to 57 years of age living in the Northern Saskatchewan Administration District

• Booking online is not available for this age group at this time.
• Individuals meeting this criteria are invited to now book their vaccination by calling 1-833-SASKVAX (1-833-727-5829) between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m.
• A map of this area and the communities within it can be found here.
• Individuals 58 years of age and over living in the Northern Saskatchewan Administration District can utilize online booking according to the instructions above.

All Remaining Phase One Health Care Workers

• All remaining phase one health care workers are invited to book their vaccination by calling 1-833-SASKVAX (1-833-727-5829) between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m.
• Booking online is not available for this category. These individuals require proof of their eligibility in order to book – this will be provided directly to them by their employer.
• A list of positions that qualify within this category are listed on the saskatchewan.ca website.

 People with underlying health conditions who are clinically extremely vulnerable

• Conditions in this category are listed on the saskatchewan.ca website. The majority of these individuals have already been identified by their health care team, and will receive a letter of eligibility in the mail. This letter is required in order to book an appointment.
• Booking online is not available for this category unless you are 58 years of age and older and have not yet booked an appointment. Otherwise, please call 1-833-SASKVAX (1-833-727-5829) between the hours of
  8 a.m. and 11 p.m.

Targeted vaccinations to select congregate living (group homes, those with intellectual disabilities)
SHA is also in the process of connecting with group homes for persons with intellectual disabilities, shelters, and other congregate living facilities to discuss options for immunization.​

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