NHS Ayrshire & Arran has confirmed today that the coronavirus vaccine has arrived in the region.
Health chiefs expressed their delight after the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine arrived yesterday with vaccinations getting underway today.
And NHS Ayrshire & Arran have also revealed that the first to be vaccinated will be their vaccinators.
As the first eligible groups are prioritised and vaccinated health bosses say it remains vitally important that everyone continues to follow FACTS and the Scottish Government guidance to protect themselves and others from the virus.
John Burns, NHS Ayrshire & Arran chief executive, said: “We are delighted to have received our first delivery of the vaccine into NHS Ayrshire & Arran and to have started our vaccination programme today.
"Delivering a vaccination programme of this size will be challenging, however we have planned carefully to ensure we have an effective programme to deliver vaccination in the weeks and months ahead.
“As we follow the JCVI prioritised cohorts we will ensure timely communication at each stage of the programme.
“I realise how challenging these last months have been, however I would ask that we all continue to follow the FACTS advice to ensure we continue to protect ourselves, our families and friends.”
For further information on the COVID-19 vaccination programme, visit https://www.nhsinform.scot/healthy-living/immunisation/vaccines/coronavirus-covid-19-vaccine
