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Vaccination, testing schedule: Tuesday, April 18, 2023

April 18, 2023

The public is advised that the Sinopharm and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines may be accessed at the island’s polyclinics today, Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at the times listed below.

  • Branford Taitt Polyclinic, Black Rock, St. Michael – 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
  • Frederick “Freddie” Miller Polyclinic, The Glebe, St. George – 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

People should note that there are limited supplies of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, so they should call the polyclinics first to ensure that it is available.

The AstraZeneca, adult Pfizer vaccine, and the paediatric Pfizer vaccine for children ages five to 11, are currently not available.

Persons who wish to receive their first dose of any available vaccine are advised to walk with their identification card. Those eligible for second doses should also travel with their blue vaccination card.

At present, the choice for boosters is either Johnson & Johnson or Sinopharm. Persons receiving boosters may present either their blue vaccination card or vaccination certificate and valid photo identification.

Those who were fully vaccinated overseas must also provide their vaccination cards and valid photo identification (passport or

COVID-19 Testing

COVID-19 tests will be avilabld at the locations and times listed below:

  • Eunice Gibson Polyclinic, Warrens, St. Michael – 8:30 am to 4:30 p.m.
  • Branford Taitt Polyclinic, Black Rock, St. Michael – 8:30 am to 4:30 p.m. (PR)

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