Renfrew Victoria Hospital’s first COVID-19 vaccine clinic was held Sunday morning (February 28th).
Dr. Angela Varrin, the clinic’s lead physician remarked that the day was all about hope after a year of bad news that has impacted everyone.
While she says there should be no slacking of masking up, social distancing and hand hygiene, the vaccine arrival is a turning point.
The vaccine clinic location site at 100 Health Village Lane is a joint effort between RVH, the long-term care homes and the Renfrew County and District Health Unit.
The February 28 clinic was the first for groups in the hospital’s catchment area that have been prioritized to receive the vaccine at this stage of the rollout.
That includes long-term care staff, essential caregivers for long-term care residents, priority retirement homes and health care workers.
