US vaccine recipients can put the proof in Apple Wallet

A healthcare worker holds a coronavirus disease (Covid-19) vaccine vial at a hospital in Glendale, California, US. Tracking Covid-19 vaccine recipients and authenticating immunisation status are poised to become increasingly important in the US and globally as vaccines are rolled out. — Reuters

Covid-19 vaccine recipients in Los Angeles County, a major virus hot spot, will be offered a digital record that will help ensure they get a second shot and could, eventually, be used to gain access to concert venues or airline flights.

The offering is being provided starting this week through a partnership with the startup Healthvana. It’s initially geared toward ensuring people receive both doses of the two-shot regimens that have been authorised in the US, including through follow-up notifications before a second appointment.