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More Nova Scotians can reschedule 2nd dose of COVID-19 vaccine

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Nova Scotians who received their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine on or before June 15 can now schedule their second dose, the province announced Monday.

People who gave an email address at the time of booking will receive a notice by email to schedule their second dose. Anyone who did not provide an email or does not receive a notice can call the toll-free line at 1-833-797-7772 to schedule.

When scheduling the second dose, the province said people will select a date and time at any clinic across the province that has an available appointment. They will also be able to select a different vaccine for their second dose.

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Drive-thru clinics in Dartmouth, Truro, New Glasgow and Wolfville now accommodate up to four people in one vehicle.

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The province said it has updated the Nova Scotia immunization record to include the province of Nova Scotia logo. Anyone who received a hard copy or printed their record on or before June 30 should request a new copy or reprint a copy using the new format.

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