Bermuda has administered a total of 83,208 vaccinations and 64.1% of the population have received two doses thus far.
A Government spokesperson said, “Locally, Bermuda has completed week 29 of vaccinations. Since January 11th, Bermuda has administered a total of 83,208 vaccinations.
“Of the 83,208 vaccinations given as of July 31:
- 52% are women and 48% are men;
- 82.5% of all residents over the age of 65 years have had at least one vaccination and 81.3% are fully immunized;
- To date, 65.4% of the population has been vaccinated [1 dose]; and
- 64.1% of the population has been immunized [2 doses].
“Finally as it relates to Bermuda’s vaccination drive, the Ministry continues to advocate for residents to get vaccinated, and the Government continues to offer accessible avenues for members of the public to get immunized.
“Vaccination is recognised globally as one of the single most important measures that individuals can take to protect themselves, their loved ones and their community, from severe illness, hospitalizations and deaths.
“Residents can walk in to the King Edward Memorial Hospital vaccination centre. This week the vaccination centre will be open on:
- Thursday, August 5th, from 4.00 pm – 7.00 pm; and
- Saturday August 7th, from 8.00 am until 4.00 pm.
“Members of the public can register for a vaccination appointment via: https://vaccine.resqwest.com/web/.”
