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COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION

All Albertans 6 months+ can get vaccinated against COVID-19.

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BOOK YOUR FREE COVID-19 VACCINE.

COVID-19 vaccines are the best way to protect you from getting severely sick
from COVID-19 infection. All vaccines are safe, effective and save lives.

COVID-19 vaccines can be given at the same time, before or after influenza
vaccine and other routine immunizations to individuals 6 months of age or older.

COVID-19 vaccine schedule by health status, age group, and vaccine history.


GET THE COVID-19 XBB.1.5 VACCINE

The COVID-19 XBB.1.5 vaccines are anticipated to provide a better immune
response against currently circulating strains.

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 * WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
   
    * The COVID-19 mRNA XBB.1.5 vaccines are available to individuals 6 months
      of age and older. Currently, there are no authorized COVID-19 vaccines for
      children younger than 6 months of age.
    * Minors under the age of 18 require verbal or written consent from a parent
      or guardian to be vaccinated.
    * Immunization is particularly important for those at increased risk of
      COVID-19 infection or severe disease, for example:
      * Adults 65 years of age or older;
      * Residents of long-term care homes and other congregate living settings;
      * Individuals with underlying medical conditions or compromised immune
        systems that place them at higher risk of severe COVID-19;
      * Individuals who are pregnant;
      * Individuals in or from First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities;
      * Members of racialized and other equity-denied communities;
      * People who provide essential community services and healthcare workers.
    * Check eligibility by health status, age group, and vaccine history.


 * DOSES FOR IMMUNOCOMPROMISED INDIVIDUALS
   
    * Individuals with eligible immunocompromising conditions may need more
      doses.
    * Check the recommended doses by age group and vaccine history.


 * WHEN TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT?
   
    * For most Albertans, an appointment can be booked if it has been at least 3
      months since the last COVID-19 vaccine dose.
    * It is recommended that the COVID-19 vaccine be delayed for those who have
      tested positive for COVID-19 (by PCR or rapid antigen test). For more
      information, please read “If you have had a COVID-19 infection” below.
    * COVID-19 vaccines can be administered  at the same time, before or after
      influenza vaccine and other routine immunizations to individuals 6 months
      of age or older.
    * Hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) recipients and CAR T-cell
      therapy recipients are recommended to consult with their physician
      regarding COVID-19 vaccine spacing.
    * Check when to book your appointment based on your health status, age
      group, and vaccine history.


 * HOW TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT?
   
    * Albertans five years of age and older and their families are encouraged to
      book their appointment at a community pharmacy. Appointments for children
      under five years of age and their families are available through AHS
      clinics.
      * Book online (pharmacy or AHS clinic)
      * Find a community pharmacy
      * Call Health Link at 811
    * Most pharmacies are accepting walk-in appointments for individuals 5 years
      of age and older. 
    * Some community medical clinics also offer COVID-19 vaccines and can be
      contacted directly.


 * WHICH COVID-19 VACCINE WILL YOU GET?
   
    * The mRNA XBB.1.5 vaccines are the only COVID-19 XBB.1.5 vaccines offered
      in Alberta at this time and are available to individuals 6 months of age
      and older.
    * Albertans are encouraged to get immunized against COVID-19 with the
      vaccine available to them at the immunization site, and to not delay
      immunization based on vaccine brand.
    * COVID-19 vaccines are interchangeable and continually monitored;
      post-market surveillance of safety and effectiveness is also conducted.


 * IF YOU HAVE HAD A COVID-19 INFECTION
   
    * It is recommended that the COVID-19 vaccine be delayed for those who have
      tested positive for COVID-19 (by PCR or rapid antigen test).
    * Check the detailed recommendations in Table 3.
    * For further information or questions, please call HealthLink (811) or ask
      your healthcare provider.


ABOUT THE VACCINES

All approved vaccines are safe, effective, and help prevent serious illness and
complications from COVID-19 infection.

COVID-19 vaccines can be given at the same time, before or after the influenza
vaccine and other routine immunizations to individuals 6 months of age or older.

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 * VACCINE SAFETY
   
   Approval process
   
    * All vaccines approved in Canada undergo a rigorous review and approval
      process to ensure they are safe and effective.
   
   Adverse effects
   
    * Once a vaccine is in use, Alberta Health, the Public Health Agency of
      Canada, and Health Canada all monitor Canadian and international adverse
      events following immunization. Health Canada also publishes information
      and counts of all COVID-19 adverse events following immunization.
    * Overall, serious side effects from immunization are rare. 
    * Very rare cases of inflammation of the heart muscle and lining surrounding
      the heart (myocarditis and pericarditis) have been reported across all age
      groups. It has been reported most frequently after a second dose of an
      mRNA vaccine but can occur after any dose and has also been reported with
      non-mRNA vaccines. This adverse effect is more common in adolescents and
      young adults, and occurs within the first 1-2 weeks following
      immunization, usually resolving rapidly with rest and medications. The
      cases are typically mild and are treatable. The risk of myocarditis and/or
      pericarditis from COVID-19 infection is much higher than the risk
      following immunization with COVID-19 vaccine.
      * As of September 26, 2023, there have been 112 reported cases of
        myocarditis in Alberta out of more than 10.1 million doses of COVID-19
        vaccine administered.
   
   Severe allergies
   
    * The vaccines do not contain egg, latex or preservatives.
    * The only time someone should not get a COVID-19 vaccine is if they are
      severely allergic to specific ingredients in the vaccine. Speak to your
      doctor if you have questions about allergies.
   
   Fertility
   
    * COVID-19 vaccines do not affect fertility now or later.
   
   Puberty and young immune systems
   
    * The COVID-19 vaccines work with the natural function of the immune system
      and there is no evidence that the vaccines interfere with hormone levels.
    * Researchers have been studying mRNA technology for 15 years to treat
      cancer, muscular dystrophy and other diseases, so there are many years of
      investigation to draw on.
    * mRNA vaccines teach the body to make a protein that will trigger an immune
      response and produce antibodies to fight a virus later on.


 * WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN VACCINE TYPES?
   
   All vaccines help our bodies learn how to protect us against future infection
   from the virus that causes COVID-19 infection, but different vaccines use
   different mechanisms to get the attention of the immune system.


 * MRNA COVID-19 VACCINES
   
   The mRNA vaccines are proven highly effective in preventing serious illness
   and death from COVID-19 infection. They are available to individuals aged 6
   months and older.
   
   How it works
   
    * These vaccines use mRNA technology to teach cells how to make a protein to
      trigger an immune response and make antibodies to fight the COVID-19
      virus. It does not alter your DNA.


 * NON-MRNA COVID-19 VACCINES
   
    * Although the mRNA vaccines are recommended, non-mRNA vaccines may be
      offered to individuals who have a contraindication to or decline an
      mRNA-COVID-19 vaccine.
    * At this time, there are no non-mRNA COVID-19 XBB.1.5 vaccines available in
      Canada; they are expected in the coming months.
    * Individuals aged 12 years and older will have access to the non-mRNA
      COVID-19 XBB.1.5 vaccines (once approved).


 * IMMUNITY
   
    * Vaccines help your immune system get ready to protect itself against
      disease.
    * You may gain some immunity after being exposed to a disease, which may not
      last long. The risks of severe complications or death are much greater
      than the risks of a severe reaction after getting a vaccine.


 * AFTER YOUR VACCINE
   
   After your vaccine, you may experience minor side effects like fever or aches
   that go away on their own after a few days. As with all medicines, there is a
   small chance that there will be a serious side effect (adverse events) like
   an allergic reaction, so it is important to stay at the place you get your
   vaccine for 15 minutes after being immunized. Some very rare reactions after
   COVID-19 vaccines include:
   
    * mRNA vaccines: Rare cases of myocarditis (inflammation of the heart
      muscle) and/or pericarditis (inflammation of the lining around the heart)
      have been reported after receiving an mRNA vaccine.
    * Protein subunit vaccine (Novavax): 2 cases of myocarditis following a
      second dose of Novavax vaccine were reported during a clinical trial, but
      current information is insufficient to determine a causal relationship
      with the vaccine.
    * Additional precautions to protect yourself from the spread of respiratory
      viruses include:
      * Stay home when feeling sick;
      * Avoid close contact with people who are sick, whenever possible;
      * Wash hands frequently with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds,
        or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer;
      * Cover coughs and sneezes, followed by cleaning of hands;
      * Avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands;
      * Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces and items at home,
        especially when someone is sick; and
      * Wear a well-fitting mask in crowded indoor spaces to help reduce the
        risk of becoming sick and to help protect others from being exposed.


VACCINES AND CHILDREN

COVID-19 vaccines are authorized by Health Canada for children 6 months of age
and older. Getting all the recommended doses helps protect children from getting
severely sick from COVID-19 infection.

Check the recommended doses and schedules by health status, age group, and
vaccine history.

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 * COVID-19 IN CHILDREN
   
    * Most COVID-19 cases in children are mild, but some children can get very
      sick, have long-lasting symptoms (Long COVID), or complications such as
      multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C).
    * The Canadian Pediatric Society recommends eligible children be immunized.
      While children have a lower risk of severe illness, vaccines offer the
      best protection from getting COVID-19.


 * PARENT RESOURCES
   
   If you have questions or concerns, contact your family doctor or call Health
   Link at 811 to speak with a health professional.
   
   HELPFUL LINKS
   
    * AHS COVID-19 vaccine info
    * AHS Commitment to Comfort - Overcoming needle fear
    * Canadian Paediatric Society - COVID-19 vaccines for children and youth
    * Government of Canada - COVID-19 vaccines for children


 * VIDEOS: HEAR WHAT THE EXPERTS SAY ABOUT VACCINES FOR CHILDREN
   
   WHERE CAN I FIND ACCURATE INFORMATION?
   
    * Dr. Bruce Wright - Where to find accurate information on vaccines for
      children
    * Dr. Ben Sivarajan - Where can we find accurate info on vaccines for
      children?
    * Dr. Bruce Wright - Where vaccine misinformation begins
   
   HOW DOES COVID-19 AFFECT KIDS?
   
    * Dr. Cora Constantinescu - Are kids at greater risk of getting COVID-19
      now?
    * Dr. Cora Constantinescu - What are the long term effects of COVID-19 on
      kids?
   
   WHY SHOULD IMMUNIZATION BE CONSIDERED?
   
    * Dr. Cora Constantinescu - Why should parents have their kids immunized?
    * Dr. Bruce Wright - Why kids need the COVID-19 vaccine
    * Dr. Bruce Wright - Risks of COVID-19 versus the vaccine
    * Dr. Bruce Wright - Getting his own child vaccinated
   
   ARE VACCINES SAFE?
   
    * Dr. Cora Constantinescu - Is the vaccine safe for kids?
    * Dr. Ben Sivarajan - Are vaccines safe for kids?
    * Dr. Bruce Wright - Why COVID-19 vaccines are safe
   
   WHAT ARE THE VACCINE SIDE EFFECTS?
   
    * Dr. Cora Constantinescu - What are the potential side effects?
    * Dr. Cora Constantinescu - Why are we hearing more about COVID vaccine
      effects?
    * Dr. Ben Sivarajan - Should I worry about vaccines and heart inflammation?
   
   HOW CAN I HELP KIDS WHO ARE AFRAID OF NEEDLES?
   
    * Dr. Cora Constantinescu - How can parents support kids during
      immunization?
    * Dr. Bruce Wright - Helping ease kids' fear of needles


 * COMMON QUESTIONS
   
   WHY SHOULD CHILDREN GET A COVID-19 VACCINE?
   
    * While many children experience mild symptoms, some can get very sick and
      experience complications or long-lasting symptoms. In rare cases, COVID-19
      infection can cause death in children.
    * Children can also spread the virus to others, even when they do not have
      symptoms.
    * Getting the vaccine is the best way to protect your child.
   
   WHY IS NATURAL IMMUNITY NOT ADEQUATE PROTECTION?
   
    * While having had COVID-19 infection offers some protection, it may not
      last very long.
    * Getting the vaccine your child is eligible for offers the best protection.
   
   WHAT ARE THE COMMON SIDE EFFECTS IN CHILDREN?
   
    * The COVID-19 vaccines are well tolerated in children. Most side effects
      are mild and are a sign the immune system is responding to the vaccine.
    * These side effects include pain at the injection site, fatigue, headaches,
      chills, joint and muscle pain, and fever.
   
   WHAT IS THE RISK OF HEART PROBLEMS AFTER IMMUNIZATION?
   
    * Reports of myocarditis and pericarditis (heart inflammation) after
      immunization are rare. The cases are typically mild and recover quickly.
    * The risk of heart problems is much higher after COVID-19 infection than
      after immunization.
    * Speak with your health-care provider or call Health Link at 811 if you
      have questions about immunizing your child.


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


VACCINE INFO

 * Vaccines approved by Health Canada:
 * How vaccines are developed (video)
 * Vaccine safety, concerns & side effects


INFO FOR ALBERTANS

 * Facts about COVID-19 vaccines
 * Pregnant and breastfeeding Albertans
 * COVID-19 and people with disabilities
 * Myocarditis and pericarditis following COVID-19 vaccines
 * ScienceUpFirst


INFO FOR IMMUNIZERS

 * COVID-19 vaccine policy


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