In a statement, CHCC and the CNMI Covid-19 Task Force said the Covid-19 vaccines are from Pfizer/BioNTech.
The Food and Drug Administration-authorized vaccine is to be given in two doses 21 days apart, not 28 as earlier reported.
“The first shipment of vaccines will be administered to CHCC staff, responder agencies, and private clinics providing health related services including dental, hemodialysis, pharmacy, behavioral, home care, optometry, physical therapy and rehabilitation,” CHCC said.
“Individuals included in this group should expect registration information forthcoming from CHCC.”
The vaccine will be made available to everyone residing in the CNMI through a three-phase approach.
“In line with the CNMI’s Covid-19 Vaccination Plan, approved by Operation Warp Speed and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the CNMI implementation plan will be (based on recommended guidance for priority and vaccine availability):
“• Phase 1 – An estimated 1,600 people working in healthcare settings, first responder agencies, and vulnerable populations.
“• Phase 2 – Expanding to essential workers and general population. The essential worker population includes but is not limited to: Private Pharmacy Staff, PSS Instructional Staff, PSS School Support Staff, PSS School Administrators, and Child Care workers.
“• Phase 3 – Continuation of general population and possible vaccination opportunity for children under the age of 15.”
As the CNMI Covid-19 Vaccination plans are operationalized, CHCC said its outpatient clinics and hospital services will continue to be available.
For more information about the CNMI Covid-19 vaccine efforts visit www.VaccinateCNMI.com
