KFL&A Public Health's Medical Officer of Health Receives AstraZeneca Inoculation

Kingston – Today, Dr. Kieran Moore, Medical Officer of Health at KFL&A Public Health received his COVID-19 vaccine at Amherstview Drugs. 

 “I feel hopeful in being part of the solution to put an end to this pandemic,” said Dr. Kieran Moore. “The vaccine is safe and has been shown to be extremely effective. The benefits of the vaccine far outweigh the risks associated with contracting COVID-19.”

Ontario began rolling out the AstraZeneca vaccine in select pharmacies in three regions in Ontario, including KFL&A for adults 60 to 64 years of age on March 12. With approximately 64 per cent of KFL&A residents aged 60 to 64 years having received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, the Ontario government expanded the age group to include all adults 60 years of age and older as of March 22, 2021.

 “I don’t want to ask people to do anything that I would not do myself. Hopefully getting this vaccination today at my local pharmacy will put to rest any vaccine hesitancy that has been voiced around AstraZeneca,” added Dr. Moore. “It is going to take some time to vaccinate all residents in KFL&A. After you have received your vaccination, continue to practice public health measures—wear a face covering, stay 2 metres apart from anyone outside your household, and wash your hands. Working together we can make KFL&A strong.”

 To ensure that this vaccine gets into the arms of eligible individuals as quickly as possible, we invite all adults 60 years of age and older in KFL&A to make an appointment at a participating pharmacy in KFL&A. For a full list of participating pharmacies, visit the Government of Ontario's website.

 We understand that residents are ready and eager to receive their COVID-19 vaccine. If you are not yet eligible, consider assisting family and friends who are eligible, especially adults 75 years of age and olderwho may not have online access or be comfortable booking online appointments.  Please DO NOT contact KFL&A Public Health’s main line to inquire about booking appointments, vaccine information, or to check eligibility requirements.

For the most up to date information on COVID-19, visit www.Kflaph.ca/Coronavirus or www.Ontario.ca/coronavirus.