Q: When do you think we will need to get a COVID booster shot?
A: We don't know at the moment, it depends if COVID becomes endemic in certain areas.
Q: Will COVID become annual like the flu?
A: There is no evidence to support this, but it will depend on how thing develop over the next few months.
Q: Should I quarantine after getting my second shot?
A: Not necessary, simply continue to follow public health guidelines.
Q: Can you mix Pfizer and Moderna?
A: Right now the best option is to stick with the same brand, but it is not necessary.
Q: Who is most at risk for an adverse reaction to the AstraZeneca vaccine?.
A: We don't really know, however symptoms develop 4 to 28 days after vaccination and only impact 1 in every 100,000 people for their first dose, and 1 in every 600,000 for their second dose.
Q: Can people who got COVID-19 get vaccinated?
A: Yes, you are encouraged to get vaccinated as we do not know how long natural immunity lasts, and new variants may still pose a risk.
Q: Do people who previously had COVID-19 need to get two shots?
A: At the moment there is no guidelines from Health Canada on if those who had COVID-19need two shots, however it is possible that you may need only one shot. It is best to ask your healthcare provider about the best course of action for you specifically.
Q: Does mixing AstraZeneca with mRNA vaccines provide better protection?
A: There is no direct answer to this question as there is not enough data.
Q: Is it best to get the first second dose available regardless of brand?
A: Everyone needs to make their own informed decision on this topic. mRNA vaccines do not have the same possible side effects as AstraZeneca, but the risk of getting COVID is still higher then experiencing the blood clots associated with AZ .
If you have further questions, Covid-19 Resources Canada has Q&A sessions 3 times a week. Please sign up on their website for these free sessions.
They are also holding two Q&A sessions in French as well (one is tonight). Please see the posters for details and the sign up links are here:
June 17 - https://oicr-ca.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UTJWyNexQxuHuIRxJkeJYw
June 22 - https://oicr-ca.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_L6xlY3ARTYGDGl5WrNaXTA
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