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• N.S. averaging almost 1,000 cases per day in latest COVID-19 update, hospitalizations up

  According to the latest numbers from the province, there were 6,991 positive PCR tests over a one-week period ending April 6 and eight deaths.

  Canada

  Apr 7
  
• No masks and 4th doses? Experts concerned about ‘mixed’ COVID-19 messaging

  Canadians need more information and better communication on how a fourth COVID-19 vaccine dose could be helpful in fighting the sixth wave, experts say.

  Canada

  Apr 6
  
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• Ontario expands 4th COVID dose eligibility to 60+ and First Nations starting April 7

  Ontarians aged 60 and older as well as First Nations Inuit and Métis individuals will be eligible to get their second booster shot on April 7 starting at 8 a.m.

  Health

  Apr 6
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• B.C. to provide fourth dose of COVID-19 vaccine for people age 70+

  The province will start with providing the shot for those living in long term care and those who are clinically extremely vulnerable.

  Health

  Apr 5
• COVID 4th dose: Prioritize adults 80 and older, long-term care residents, NACI says

  NACI previously recommended that people who are 'moderately to severely immunocompromised' receive a fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine six months after getting their third shot.

  Canada

  Apr 5
• NACI guidance on fourth dose of COVID vaccine expected soon: PHAC

  The National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) is expected to release guidance on fourth doses of COVID-19 vaccine in the coming days.

  Health

  Mar 31
• NACI outlines guidelines for Medigaco’s Canada-made COVID vaccine. Here’s what’s new

  NACI said the Medicago Covifenz COVID-19 vaccine is an option for people who have been unable, due to an existing health condition, or unwilling to receive an mRNA vaccine.

  Canada

  Mar 11
• Vaccinated Canadians who catch COVID-19 can get booster 3 months after positive test: NACI

  In its updated guidance, NACI suggests a longer interval between infection and vaccination could result in a better immune response and longer-lasting protection against Omicron.

  Health

  Feb 4
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• B.C. to offer COVID-19 boosters for kids ages 12 to 17

  Following guidance from the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI), British Columbia has updated it's own guidance to expand the eligibility.

  Health

  Feb 1
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• COVID-19 booster shots recommended for high-risk teens: NACI

  Canada now recommends teenagers aged 12 to 17 get a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine if they have underlying medical conditions or live in high-risk settings.

  Health

  Jan 28