NSW Health marked the one-year anniversary of its COVID-19 vaccination program yesterday (22 February), by celebrating the more than 16.6 million doses delivered to the people of NSW.
Deputy Secretary of NSW Health, Susan Pearce said it was remarkable and very encouraging to see such a high vaccination uptake across the broader community.
“The response from the NSW public has been fantastic from day one and I would like to thank every single person who has gone out and got vaccinated – in doing so you have made a huge difference not only for your own health and the health of your loved ones, but the entire community,” Ms Pearce said.
She also paid tribute to all those who had worked hard to ensure such high vaccination coverage in the State, “which is among the best in the world”.
“This has been an incredibly successful collaboration and I would like to acknowledge and thank every single nurse and member of staff who have worked so hard at our vaccination clinics during the past year, along with our dedicated GPs and pharmacies,” Ms Pearce said.
“As we mark this major milestone, it is crucial we maintain the momentum by ensuring we get our all-important booster shots as soon as possible and first or second doses for children and young people,” she said.
“For the next two weekends, people can simply show up to a NSW Health clinic for walk-in vaccinations for the whole family, no appointments required.”
Ms Pearce urged people to take advantage of the walk-in appointments to keep themselves, their loved ones and community safe.
