There are doses of Pfizer available for any who needs a first or second shot at the Corner Drug Store until 5:30PM today (July 21).
Pharmacist Charles Beaver says that people just need to bring their arms. “All are welcome. No NB Medicare? No problem!” says Beaver via text message.
There might be some barriers preventing those in the Tantramar from accessing this clinic. Here are some ways to help with some of those problems:
I want to get a dose today, but I don’t have a way to get there. What can I do?
Anyone who needs a lift can call Annie from Rural Rides Tantramar at 506-962-3073. There may be a volunteer driver available to give you a lift there and back.
I want to get a dose today, but I have children who need supervision. What can I do?
Unless otherwise specified, children are allowed to accompany parents when they get their COVID-19 vaccine.
If that is not possible, Bridge Street Children’s Academy (146 Bridge Street, Sackville) will take in children for the day (or a few hours) depending on availability. Parents will need to fill out paperwork (which takes approximately 15 minutes) and pay for a day of care. The rate depends on the age of the child.
You may also contact the station by email (reporting@chmafm.com) and we will try to put you in contact with childcare options in the Tantramar.
I want to get a dose today, but I have to work. What can I do?
It’s up to the employer to allow employees to take time out of the work day to get vaccinated. If you are unable to get the time off today, there will be other opportunities for vaccination. The Corner Drug Store occasionally holds walk-in clinics on weekends, where you may be able to grab a shot.
Stay tuned to hear about upcoming vaccination opportunities.
I have a phobia of needles. What can I do?
Phobias are not conquered in a day, but there are a few strategies you can use to help you get through the vaccination process.
- Bring someone you trust with you as a support person. If possible, go with a friend who also needs a shot! You may also call someone on the phone while you get your needle.
- Tell the person giving you the vaccine about your phobia. They can accommodate you as best as they can.
- Look away. There is no reason for you to look at the needle!
- Distract yourself. Sing a song in your head or focus on something else in the room.
Call the CHIMO Helpline at 1-800-667-5005 to talk to a crisis counsellor before, during, or after your vaccine.
I lost my immunization record. What do I do?
You can obtain a copy of your immunization record by calling the Vitalité Health Network at 506-544-2133 or 1-888-472-2220. The province is working on a method for online retrieval, but it is still in progress.
I got Moderna as my first dose, can I get Pfizer as my second dose?
Yes, you can. New Brunswick follows the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) recommendations when it comes to mixing and matching COVID-19 vaccines. Pfizer and Moderna are both mRNA vaccines, and are being used interchangeably as first and doses.
I got AstraZeneca as my first dose, can I get Pfizer as my second dose?
Yes, you can. It doesn’t matter if you are over or under 55 years old, either. Unless otherwise directed by a healthcare professional, those who received the AstraZenca COVID-19 vaccine may get an mRNA vaccine (such as Pfizer and Moderna) for their second dose.
