Manitoba Health says all youth aged 12 to 17 are now eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot in the province.
The third dose should be given six months after the previous dose, according to the province.
Previously for the 12-17 age group, a booster was only offered to those with underlying medical conditions, those who belong to racialized or marginalized communities affected disproportionally by COVID-19, and those who live in group homes, shelters or correctional facilities.
The change comes following updating recommendations from the National Advisory Committee on Immunization.
Read more: COVID-19 — Manitoba reports 6 deaths, 141 new hospitalizations in latest epidemiology update
The province also announced the closing of all testing sites effective April 15.
PCR tests will only be available through primary health-care providers for those who are eligible.
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For rapid tests, the government is partnering with libraries to up the distribution of kits.
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Shipments of rapid tests are expected to go out next week.
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