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Originally Posted by WinnipegFan
Hey CP Brain Trust,
I am trying to find more information on when a 5 year old can get a second shot. I have read two weeks after the first and I have read 2 months. Does anyone have any firm information on this, I have been trying to find some but 811 has been on hold for an eternity. I understand why but need to know when to book my kiddo for his second shot. The sooner the better in my opinion.
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When it was approved, it was announced as a 3 week interval by Health Canada:
https://www.canada.ca/en/health-cana...rs-of-age.html
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After a thorough and independent scientific review of the evidence, the Department has determined that the benefits of this vaccine for children between 5 and 11 years of age outweigh the risks. Health Canada has authorized a two-dose regimen of 10 micrograms to be administered three weeks apart, which is a lower dose than the 30 micrograms two-dose regimen authorized for people 12 years of age and older.
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The province says you should wait 8 weeks:
https://www.alberta.ca/covid19-vaccine.aspx
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All vaccines approved for children require 2 doses at least 8 weeks apart to be fully protected.
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