Public health officials on Saturday expanded the category of people eligible to receive coronavirus vaccination at San Diego County sites to all residents 65 and older.
“As I indicated a few weeks ago, the county planned to expand eligibility for individuals 65 years of age or older in the week of January 25 as part of the continued focus on those at greatest risk,” said Dr. Wilma Wooten, of the official county of public health.
“With several health providers now vaccinating in the age group, and the UC San Diego Super Health Station having a surplus of consultations, the decision was made this afternoon,” she said.
In addition to this location in Petco Park, the county has opened a second super station in the old Sears building in Chula Vista.
Appointments are still required and vaccines are subject to availability based on the offer, Wooten said. Expanded eligibility applies to all locations that provide the county vaccine.
More information about the county’s vaccination program can be viewed and reservations made at vaccinationsuperstationsd.com.
Only health professionals and people 65 and older can visit vaccination sites, said Wooten. Residents are encouraged to contact their doctor or health care professional first to request the vaccine, but if none are available, they should make an appointment at a county location.
Appointments are mandatory; walk-ups and drive-ups without commitments will be refused.
Don’t schedule an appointment if you have COVID-19 or are sick, Wooten said.
The city’s news service contributed to this article.
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