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By LNN Staff

COVID-19 vaccine boosters expanded to children aged five to 11 in Alberta

Aug 26, 2022 | 11:30 AM

LETHBRIDGE, AB – Appointments can now be booked for COVID-19 vaccine boosters for children aged five to 11 in Alberta.

Bookings will be open on Monday, August 29, 2022 and booster doses will start being given on Wednesday, August 31, 2022.

On Friday, August 19, 2022, Health Canada approved the use of Pfizer (Comirnaty) vaccine for booster doses in children aged five to 11. It is the first COVID-19 vaccine authorized in Canada as a booster dose for this age group. It is recommended that the booster dose be taken at least five calendar months after completion of the primary series of immunization.

Alberta Minister of Health Jason Copping said, “Parents and guardians can soon book an appointment for their children just in time for the start of the new school year.”

“Within days, we will begin offering booster doses and help provide ongoing protection from COVID-19, especially as our kids return to the classroom.”

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Meanwhile, Dr. Deena Hinshaw, chief medical officer of health stated, “Vaccines remain one of the most important layers of protection we can access for ourselves and our children.”

“This booster dose is an important option for families, especially those who have children with medical risk factors.”

Boosters will be administered at Alberta Health Services clinics around the province, as well as at select pharmacies where AHS clinics are not conveniently located.

Appointments can be booked online through the Alberta Vaccine Booking System, or by calling Health Link at 811. Additionally, some pharmacies can accommodate walk-ins.

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