Scientists are looking at utilizing time-released microparticles to develop “self-boosting” vaccines. The vaccines could help eliminate the need for booster shots. The…
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An experimental vaccine could help fight the nation’s opioid epidemic. Nearly 1 million Americans have died from drug overdoses in the last…
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Vaccine inequity only partially to blame for Africa’s low vaccination rates, experts say
by Sue JonesWhile vaccine inequity among African countries has played a major role in the continent’s low COVID-19 vaccination rate, experts say capacity and logistical challenges, along with vaccine hesitancy, is also creating significant challenges.A woman is vaccinated against COVID-19 at the Hillbrow Clinic in Johannesburg, South Africa. While vaccine inequity among African countries has played a major role in the continent’s low…
While a roll out booster Covid jabs has just begun, many will also be wondering about this year’s flu vaccine as we rapidly approach the winter flu season. The flu jab is a safe and effective vaccine offered every year on the NHS to help protect people at risk of flu and its complications. You can…
Quebec has rolled out a new vaccine QR that is natively supported by Apple’s Wallet and Health app. There’s a catch, though:…
As the vaccine roll-out continues across Britain, 20 to 30-year-olds are due to be receiving their second doses, while teens are being invited for their first shots. And, with most double-jabbed travellers now being allowed to skip quarantine after holidaying abroad, it’s no surprise people increasingly want to take a vacation. So, if you’re contemplating…
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Ottawa to consider vaccine mandate exemptions for some remote Indigenous communities
by Sue JonesThe federal government is working on exemptions to its newly released mandatory vaccine policy for people in remote Indigenous communities, many of which are only accessible by air.Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, is one of 182 difficult-to-access communities where the exemption could apply. (Matisse Harvey/Radio-Canada)The federal government is working on exemptions to its newly released mandatory vaccine…
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COVID-19 vaccine mandate coming for hockey players, coaches, volunteers in northwestern Ontario
by Sue JonesHockey Northwestern Ontario has announced sprawling vaccine rules for nearly everyone involved in minor hockey — a move designed to keep youth players safe. Reaction by some in the HNA has been positive, with one coach saying the mandate should have been introduced earlier.Hockey Northwestern Ontario is bringing in a sweeping COVID-19 vaccination mandate that…
New York is bracing for a shortage of health care workers as the state’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate goes into effect. The vast…
Provinces across Canada are introducing vaccine passports, allowing those fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to participate in some indoor recreational activities. But apart from that, what do the passports accomplish, and how effective are they? CBC News spoke to some experts.A woman has her COVID-19 vaccine passport scanned by the manager of a Montreal gym on…