Over 100,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been given out in the province, after 1,624 people received their first doses on Friday.

There are 153 new cases of COVID-19 in Saskatchewan, bringing the provincial total to 30,522 cases.

One Saskatchewan resident who tested positive for COVID-19 has died.  The death was reported in the 70-79 age group in the Saskatoon zone.

Highest new case numbers come from Regina with 64, Saskatoon with 16, and 14 in the South Central.

There are a total of 28,648 recoveries and 1,469 cases are considered active.

133 people are in hospital. 103 people are receiving inpatient care, and 30 people are in intensive care.

Starting Sunday, at 8 a.m., the SHA Patient Booking System will include individuals 72 years of age and older. People meeting this criteria can book their appointments online 24/7 using their health cards at www.saskatchewan.ca/covid19-vaccine; or by calling 1-833-SASKVAX (1-833-727-5829) between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m.

Additional information on eligibility and how to book your appointment is available at www.saskatchewan.ca/government/health-care-administration-and-provider-resources/treatment-procedures-and-guidelines/emerging-public-health-issues/2019-novel-coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/vaccine-booking.