Vaccination in Western Australia Started Pfizer first

The first COVID-19 vaccine for Western Australia was administered Monday morning 22th of February. The first recipients in Western Australia were nurses Antonia Garza and Keita Winks, who work in our hotel Covid-19 quarantine system.
The first round of vaccines is being prioritised for workers in hotel quarantine or who work on our borders, at our airport and ports, and other high-risk frontline workers, such as in aged and disability care.

Vaccination in Western Australia Started Pfizer first

As part of the national rollout of the vaccine, about 5,000 doses will be coming to WA each week for the first three weeks. The number of doses arriving in WA is then set to increase from mid-March.
Following these initial categories, vaccines will be rolled out to other higher-risk groups, such as other healthcare workers, people over 70, adults with underlying medical conditions, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other critical workers. Vaccinations for these groups is expected to commence in about one month.

This is a huge step for Western Australia in the fight against COVID-19. These vaccines are being administered all around the world, following extensive trials and receiving the necessary expert approvals to show they are effective and safe.

Our vaccines will prevent people from becoming ill from the COVID-19 virus – which we know, from our own experience in Australia and what we have seen around the world – is so important.
We all have a role to play as the vaccination program rolls out and, just like we have throughout this pandemic, it is vital that we follow the health advice.
By having the COVID-19 vaccine you will help to protect yourself, your family and our community, Said Mark McGowan Premier of Western Australia

Millions of Australians will be able to sign up for COVID-19 vaccination with their therapist.
Sunday Telegraph has listed clinics approved for vaccination. They are posted on the federal government health website. (see list below)
A list of categories of people who can sign up for vaccination at the moment will also be posted on the website. And this list will be constantly updated. Authorities urge all residents of the country to check on the site when they can get vaccinated.
Pfizer vaccine doses will be available for priority groups in 30-50 hospital centres in Australia’s urban and rural areas.

The first Pfizer hubs are located at:

The number of centres will increase as new doses arrive in Australia. Thousands of elderly people will have access to vaccines through their institutions at Phase 1 a. 240 institutions in more than 190 cities and suburbs in rural and urban areas, all states and territories, will introduce vaccines for this priority group.

AstraZeneca vaccine will be available in general practice respiratory clinics, general practice departments that meet specific requirements and state vaccination clinics.
There is currently no need to register for vaccination. When you get information about the opportunity to get vaccinated depends on what category of people you are in. At Phase 1 and most vaccinations will be organized by employers or nursing facilities.
Australia’s COVID-19 vaccination program will start with priority groups, including:

Australian COVID-19 vaccinations will be available only to Australians. Australian citizens currently abroad need to consult their local health specialist on vaccine options that can be available on site.
If they need additional advice on vaccines for Australians abroad, it is suggested to speak to the Australian Embassy in the country of residence.
The Australian government cannot provide advice on the safety, quality and effectiveness of vaccines that have not been approved by Australia.

Vaccination in Western Australia Started Pfizer first

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