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Walk-in Covid-19 Vaccination Now Available For Those Above 60

1 Jun, 2021
Walk-in Covid-19 Vaccination Now Available For Those Above 60

Walk-in vaccine appointments are now available for elderly above 60 years old.

Those aged 60 and above can now walk in to any vaccination centre and get their Covid-19 jab without booking an appointment slot in advance, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said on May 31.

The move is intended to make the vaccination process “even more convenient” for seniors, PM Lee explained. “Just turn up at a vaccination centre, and you will be jabbed.”

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Image source: Screengrab from Facebook / Lee Hsien Loong

Previously, those above 60 had to register their interest online or at any community centre or community club.

To date, 73 per cent of senior citizens aged 60 and above have had at least one jab or booked a vaccination slot, PM Lee said.

Seniors who are not mobile, or are unable to make their way to a vaccination centre, can contact the Silver Generation Office to request to receive the vaccine at home.

Who Else Is Eligible To Book A Covid-19 Vaccine Appointment?

Walk-in Covid-19 Vaccination Now Available For Those Above 60

Image source: iStock

In PM Lee’s speech, he also gave updates on other sub-groups who are eligible to receive the vaccine and arrange a Covid-19 vaccine appointment starting from June. These include:

  • Students
    Vaccination booking will be open for students from 1 June. Graduating cohorts for O-, N- and A-Levels and students with special needs will be given priority for the vaccine. Other students aged 12 and up and those in institutions of higher learning will follow after to be vaccinated.
  • Pregnant women
    Expecting mums can register and book a vaccination appointment from 4 June. But it is advised that they discuss the risks and benefits with their doctors to make an informed decision on receiving the vaccine.
  • Breastfeeding mums
    Those who are breastfeeding can safely get the vaccine without having to suspend nursing their babies.
  •  Cancer patients
    Cancer patients on active treatment are also among those who can be vaccinated. Although, they should only do so in a hospital setting and once the assessment is done by their treating specialists on their suitability.

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