COVID-19 vaccine not be administered to people under 55 over concerns it may be linked to rare blood clots.The province is continuing to use the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines for its aged-based program.
Currently, those born in 1948 and earlier can book an appointment to receive the vaccine. B.C. hits pause on Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine for those under the age of 55 Those between the ages of 55 and 65 are not required to get the AstraZeneca vaccine but can book an appointment to receive a shot before they would under the aged-based system.The province said those who are interested can call their local pharmacy and book an appointment.“The AstraZeneca/COVISHIELD vaccine is another important tool in our immunization program to get us past.