Lagging behind in vaccination rates, experts say Canada does not have the ‘same urgency’ in its distribution as Israel and the United States. Continue reading
Some Canadian provinces are extending the time between the two doses for coronavirus vaccines amid shortages. Will that affect immunity? Continue reading
Support for getting a COVID-19 vaccine without hesitation has grown, but most Canadians are not optimistic their turn will come this year. Continue reading
A new poll shows most Canadians are in favour of a ban on international travel amid the continuing COVID-19 crisis, but experts are split on the effectiveness of border closures. Continue reading
Experts say there is a need for greater urgency to vaccinate residents and staff, as long-term care facilities continue to see outbreaks. Continue reading
This calculator gives a rough estimate of how many people are ahead in line for the COVID-19 vaccine, based on your age and profession, but it has its limitations. Continue reading
Florida has started vaccinating people aged 65 and above for COVID-19. Canada’s seniors enjoying warm weather down south are in line, while some are making a trip to get the shots. Continue reading
Social interactions declined by 13 per cent last year, as the coronavirus pandemic has forced people to refrain from seeing their families and friends. Continue reading
Some people may not want to wait their turn to get vaccinated. Will private corporations and interested individuals be able to buy COVID-19 vaccines? Continue reading
Health Canada says there is no evidence that the new, possibly more contagious strain found in Ontario and B.C. will cause more severe disease or impact vaccine effectiveness. Continue reading
This is reportedly the first severe reaction publicly linked to Moderna’s vaccine. Health Canada says most of the side effects are expected to be mild and not last very long. Continue reading
There is still no evidence that the new, more contagious strains of COVID-19 found in the United Kingdom and South Africa are in Canada, health authorities say. Continue reading
A COVID-19 vaccine won’t solve all the problems, front-line workers say, but many are eager to get vaccinated so they can feel safer at work. Continue reading
The United States is aiming to vaccinate 11 times more people per capita against the novel coronavirus in December compared to Canada. Continue reading
Hospitals in Ontario, Quebec and Alberta are seeing an influx of COVID-19 patients filling up ICU beds. Doctors say the worst is yet to come. Continue reading