The Murrumbidgee Local Health District has confirmed that some of its Pfizer doses will be redirected to Sydney to assist with managing the COVID-19 outbreak.
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The MLHD made the announcement on Friday evening, two days after NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian's controversial revelation that doses would be diverted to the capital.
The health district stated that the reallocation only affects MLHD-run clinics and emphasised that anyone who has received a first dose of Pfizer will be able to receive their second dose.
However, the statement said that people who have booked their first dose of Pfizer will be contacted to discuss further options.
MLHD clinics will continue to offer AstraZeneca to people aged over 40 and will still have vaccinations available for health workers.
The Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network, which oversees the region's general practices and Commonwealth vaccination hubs, is not affected by the NSW government's new policy.
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Wagga MP Joe McGirr told The Daily Advertiser that he considers it appropriate for our region to help other areas that have witnessed a spate of COVID cases.
Dr McGirr said the priority was to keep regions such as Wagga virus-free and Wagga could lend a helping hand to those affected by tighter restrictions and a lack of Pfizer doses.
Pfizer & AstraZeneca vaccines are available through other providers and can be accessed through the online eligibility checker at bit.ly/3hYDCq7 or contact Health Direct on 1800 022 222.
