All Nova Scotians over the age of 50 will soon have access to the second COVID-19 booster.
Currently, only people over the age of 70 can book a fourth vaccination. This is a policy in line with the recommendations of the National Advisory Board on Immunization.
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Starting next week, people between the ages of 50 and 69 will be able to book a second booster, but in public health, wait until fall before getting a booster. It is recommended.
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Sherry Dikes, Deputy Medical Officer of Health, said in today's statement that the choice is individual. .. , She suggests that people wait, as the first booster still offers strong protection.
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Dikes says COVID-19 infections in the state are stable, but public health officials say Will it be back this fall or winter.
Deputy medical officers say that residents will ideally get a second booster when the next surge of illness is expected.
This report by Canadian Press was first published on June 27, 2022.
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