Booster drop-in at ferry terminal proves popular
THE first booster drop-in centre based at the ferry terminal proved a relative success with islanders working in and around Town.
The temporary location is being used on a trial basis with the aim of providing a practical alternative to the Community Vaccination Centre at Beau Sejour.
Finance worker Nicole De Sousa walked to the drop-in with a colleague during her lunch break.
‘I think it’s convenient for everyone working in Town, we just walked in,’ she said.
This week the number of islanders who have received a booster jab surpassed 40,000, the same week the island marked the 12 month anniversary of the first vaccination centre opening.
About 30 people got their booster over the three-hour clinic.
Fund administrator Adele Carre said the harbour location was more suitable for her considering she worked in an office nearby.
‘It’s a lot closer to the office so I just popped in on my lunch,’ she said.
Depending on the number of people who attend the lunchtime clinics, Public Health has said that more drop-ins may be offered in the future.
Construction worker Kenneth Menezes was working on a site near Victoria Avenue and drove down with some of his colleagues.
‘I saw online it was happening and I brought down a few others from work with me.
‘It’s much easier it being in Town,’ Mr Menezes said.
Adults who have recently recovered from Covid-19 are not eligible to receive the booster until 28 days after they tested positive. Anyone aged between 12 and 17 must wait 12 weeks before getting their booster.
n The next clinic at the harbour terminal will be held tomorrow from 11am to 2pm.
