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Time for a spring COVID-19 vaccine update for individuals 65 years+

Individuals in this age group receive an additional dose of COVID-19 vaccine this spring to provide added protection as immunity may have decreased over time.
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Dr. Kieran Moore, Ontario's Chief Medical Officer of Health Individuals says seniors aged 65 years and over are at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19.

He is recommending that individuals in this age group receive an additional dose of COVID-19 vaccine this spring to provide added protection as immunity may have decreased over time.

Eligible people may receive a COVID-19 vaccine if it has been six months since their previous dose or confirmed COVID-19 infection unless a shorter interval is specifically recommended by a health care provider.

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