How to book COVID-19 booster shot appointments in Sask.

Saskatchewan is continuing the rollout of its second COVID-19 booster shot program.

Vaccination appointments are currently available through participating pharmacies and walk-in or pop-up clinics.

Here’s how to book an appointment for a COVID-19 booster shot in Saskatchewan.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

As of August 15, 2022, residents aged 18 years and older are eligible to book an appointment to receive their fourth dose booster shot.

Fourth doses are available four months after receiving the third shot, for those eligible.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) made public booking system available on August 12 and clinics will begin offering the shot on August 15.

Currently, vaccination appointments are available through the SHA, Indigenous Services Canada, the Northern Inter-tribal Health Authority and participating pharmacies. Walk in clinics are also available.

"COVID-19 is still circulating in Saskatchewan and in other jurisdictions, which is why our province is expanding access," Dr. Saqib Shahab, Saskatchewan’s chief medical health officer, said.

"All COVID-19 vaccines approved in Canada have been deemed safe and our preliminary data shows that a second booster provides additional protection."

The second booster dose was previously available to all residents 50 years and older and any one 18 years and older living in long-term care facilities, personal care homes and assisted living facilities.

HOW TO BOOK

Vaccination appointments can be booked through the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) online, or by telephone at 1-833-727-5829.

Shots are available through participating pharmacies. Appointments can be booked online, or by telephone, directly through the pharmacy.

Walk-in and pop-up vaccination clinics are also available in varying communities. Check the SHA website for up-to-date clinic information.

WHAT YOU NEED

The process for booster shot appointments remains similar to that of previous COVID-19 vaccinations.

You will need to bring a valid health card and government-issued photo identification.

The government also suggests wearing a short-sleeve shirt, not bringing additional items such as purses, coffees, books, etc. with you; and bringing a mask in case the clinic is located in an SHA facility.

Arrive five minutes early to your appointment. Expect the appointment to take around 30 minutes total.

With files from CTVNews.ca