SAN DIEGO (KGTV) – Officials in San Diego County announced on Saturday that COVID-19 vaccines will now be available to those 65 and older.
The state of California last week approved immediate access to COVID-19 vaccines for all residents age 65 and older following new guidance from the federal government.
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However, province officials at the time said they could not provide vaccinations for the entire age group due to the limited vaccination. San Diego County Public Health Officer, dr. Wilma Wooten, said that they would start vaccination by January 65.
“As I indicated a few weeks ago, the country expected the week of January 25 to expand admission to individuals aged 65 and older as part of its continued focus on those at greatest risk,” said Drs. Wilma J. Wooten said. “With a number of healthcare providers now being vaccinated in the age group, and the UC San Diego Health Super Station has a surplus of appointments, the decision was made Saturday afternoon.”
The extended requirements will apply to the “superstation” in downtown San Diego and other counties where coronavirus vaccines are administered. Appointments are still needed and vaccinations are available based on the offer.
Healthcare workers (Phase 1A / All Tiers) and San Diegans 65 years and older (Phase 1B, Level 1) can make appointments to receive vaccinations and are the only groups that can visit a vaccination room.
Click here for more information on the country’s vaccination plan, including levels, locations and other requirements.
Vaccinations can be booked at vaccinationsuperstationsd.com.