‘Vaccination blitz’ returning to Nunavik – Nunatsiaq News

Jan 20, 2022

Health board will hold vaccination clinics for everyone 5 and up in every community

The Nunavik Regional Board of Health and Social Services announced Thursday it is holding another “vaccination blitz,” starting Friday and continuing through the end of February.

The “blitz” is to reach every Nunavik community for two to five days, depending on the location. It is open for anyone in the region five years of age and up who is in need of a COVID-19 vaccine. Children and teenagers from five to 17 can get their first or second dose during the blitz. Adults 18 years and older can go for their first, second or booster dose.

“Vaccination is proven to help reduce viral transmission,” the board said in its Facebook announcement. “Therefore, by getting vaccinated, you can help to keep the region safe.”

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