Evidence suggests the protection you get from COVID-19 vaccines and/or previous COVID-19 infection decreases over time. The current recommendation is to receive a Fall 2023 COVID-19 dose to maintain immunity and offer protection against infection (including long COVID), serious illness, hospitalization and death.
The Ministry of Health recommends a dose of the XBB formulation for individuals 6 months and older who have been previously vaccinated against COVID-19, if it has been 6 months from the previous COVID-19 vaccine dose or known SARS-CoV-2 infection (whichever is later).
Individuals who have NOT been previously vaccinated may use the XBB formulation to start their series.
Non-mRNA (Novavax)
An XBB.1.5 formulation of Novavax COVID-19 vaccine is expected later this year.
In the interim, individuals who are not able or willing to receive an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine may be offered a Novavax COVID-19 vaccine targeting the original COVID-19 strain.
For more information call Health Connection at 705-721-7520 or 1-877-721-7520, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.