84,748 Total Vaccinations, 64.9% Had Two Doses

As of August 21, Bermuda has administered a total of 84,748 vaccinations — an increase of 736 since last week — and 64.9% of the population has received two doses thus far.

In releasing the latest test results, a spokesperson said, “We have completed week 32 of vaccinations. Since January 11, Bermuda has administered a total of 84,748 vaccinations.

“Of the 84,748 vaccinations given as of August 21:

• “52% are women and,
• “48% are men

“83.0% of all residents over the age of 65 years have had at least one vaccination and 81.7% are fully immunised

“To date, 66.3% of the population has been vaccinated [1 dose], and 64.9% of the population has been immunised [2 doses].”

“Please remember that the vaccine against Covid-19 is one of the single most important measures to keep our community safe,” said Minister of Health Kim Wilson.

“The vaccine clinic at the King Edward Memorial Hospital is open for appointments and walk-ins, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4pm-7pm, and Saturdays from 8am-4pm. Additionally, you can go to the Washington Mall on Saturday, August 28, between 10 am and 2 pm, or visit the Vaccine Pop-up on Sunday, August 29, at the Berkeley Institute, located in the Lower Atrium, from 10am to 2pm. Medical professionals will be available to answer your questions. You don’t need an appointment. Just show up to talk to someone or to get the vaccine.”

You can find more information on the links below and also on our dedicated website BermudaCovid.com, which is the most comprehensive resource and historic record available of Bermuda’s handling of the pandemic.

• All: Our coverage of the Covid-19 pandemic here
• Bermuda Stats: Chart of testing stats here
• Vaccinations: Data covering vaccinations here

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