KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Ministry of Health and Wellness says for the week of March 22 to 28, the priority group for vaccination is people 75 years and older.

Effective 10:00 am on Monday, March 22, individuals from this group wishing to take the COVID-19 vaccine must make an appointment before going to a vaccination centre. Only people in this group will be able to make an appointment.

To make the appointment, the ministry said these individuals, or their caregivers, must use one of the following methods:

1) Book directly online via the Ministry of Health & Wellness’ website at www.moh.gov.jm;

2) Call the vaccination call centre hotline at 888-ONE-LOVE (888-663-5683);

3) Call or visit their parish health department or local health centre; or

4) Call or visit their private doctor.

To make the appointment, they will need to provide their full name, telephone number, age, and home address. They MUST provide a contact number with their booking.

Once the information is submitted, the registration will be entered into a prioritisation system and a confirmation of appointment subsequently sent via e-mail, call or text message.

On the day of their appointment, a government-issued ID is required, as well as strict adherence to COVID protocols.