Canada - Coronavirus COVID-19 #3

[zencompass]

Here is a thread where we can add updated information for Canadians.

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[dotr]

Thanks for the thread zencompass and mods!

Jun 16, 2021 Last Updated: 17 minutes ago

• https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/coronavirus-covid19-canada-world-june16-2021-1.6067400
  
• Canada has administered more than 30 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine, CBC tracker shows.
• COVID-19 has 'spread like wildfire' through Kashechewan — and children are suffering most: minister
• Couple who flew to Yukon community for vaccine plead guilty to breaking pandemic rules.
• B.C.'s restaurants and bars are thousands of workers short as reopening gathers pace, association says.
• Ontario tops 200,000 vaccine doses in 24 hours as provincial borders reopen.
• Travel prizes added to Alberta vaccine lottery.
• Doctors worry they won't be able to help every cancer patient diagnosed, treated late due to COVID-19.
• Some prisoners not offered COVID-19 shots until months after general public, CBC analysis finds.
• 'We're not invincible': Yukoners grapple with 1st outbreak in months.
• New Brunswick enters Phase 1 of path to green reopening plan. What are the changes?
• Have a coronavirus question or news tip for CBC News? Email: COVID@cbc.ca or join us live in the comments now.

 

[dotr]

Burn in the U.S.A.: Canadians who got the AstraZeneca vaccine can’t see ‘Springsteen on Broadway’
''The show must go on. But if you got the AstraZeneca vaccine, you’re not invited.
Canadians who got that shot will not, at least for now, be allowed in seats for “Springsteen on Broadway” the first production since the famous theatres went dark at the start of the pandemic.''

 

[tarabull]

Global News:
Alberta’s COVID-19 vaccine lottery now includes 40 travel-related prizes

 

[tarabull]

COVID-19 death at Foothills confirmed to be a double immunized patient

 

[Sundog]

Burn in the U.S.A.: Canadians who got the AstraZeneca vaccine can’t see ‘Springsteen on Broadway’
''The show must go on. But if you got the AstraZeneca vaccine, you’re not invited.
Canadians who got that shot will not, at least for now, be allowed in seats for “Springsteen on Broadway” the first production since the famous theatres went dark at the start of the pandemic.''

Interesting.

 

[LadyL]

What you need to know about the potential link between heart inflammation and COVID-19 vaccines

 

[LadyL]

Cases in Kashechewan account for nearly one-quarter of the 880 active infections roiling Canada’s Indigenous reserves, the latest federal data showed.

‘We’re really afraid’: Kashechewan First Nation grapples with COVID-19 outbreak

 

[dotr]

Pfizer, Moderna vaccines now preferred second dose for AstraZeneca recipients: NACI
June 17 2021
''OTTAWA - The National Advisory Committee on Immunization says it is now recommending people who got the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine first should get Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna for their second shot.

Previously, NACI had said AstraZeneca recipients could choose whether to get a second dose of the same vaccine, or an mRNA vaccine. But in new guidance released Thursday, NACI says Pfizer or Moderna are now “preferred” as the second dose.

The guidance is based on growing evidence that a second dose of an mRNA vaccine produces a stronger immune response, and because of the low but serious risk of vaccine-induced blood clots associated with getting AstraZeneca.

The advice doesn't mean people can't still choose AstraZeneca if they want, or if they are allergic to the mRNA vaccines.''

“People who received two doses of AstraZeneca/COVISHIELD vaccine can rest assured that the vaccine provides good protection against infection and very good protection against severe disease and hospitalization,” NACI's advice says.

As of June 5, 2.1 million Canadians had received one dose of AstraZeneca, and 15,186 had received two doses.''

 

[Kaley Smith]

What you need to know about the potential link between heart inflammation and COVID-19 vaccines

I must point out that the article states ''But it’s still unclear whether these conditions are related to the vaccine, or a coincidence.'' and that "Almost all of the cases reported after COVID-19 vaccination have been mild, and most have resolved on their own, or after treatment with anti-inflammatory medications or steroids.'' So, the conclusion is

Given the risks of COVID-19, and the mild nature of rare cases of myocarditis and pericarditis after vaccination, Dr. Top said it’s still recommended that young people get fully vaccinated.

“The benefits still outweigh the risks at this point in time,” she said.

According to government data, people under age 30 now account for a growing share of COVID-19 cases. Those under 19 years old make up 19 per cent of all COVID-19 cases reported as of June 11 since the start of the pandemic, tied with 20- to 29-year-olds.

 

[LadyL]

‘She couldn’t catch her breath’: Edmonton-area mom warns others about long-haul COVID in children

 

[LadyL]

Alberta man says AstraZeneca shot led to serious health issue, wants federal compensation

 

[LadyL]

Two patients at Calgary hospital die from COVID-19 Delta variant

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

US-Canada border restrictions extended to July 21; measures for fully vaccinated to be announced June 21 (clickondetroit.com)

The U.S.-Canada border travel restrictions have been extended another month to July 21.

The non-essential international travel restrictions were set to expire on June 21 but will now be extended a month. However, Canada Public Safety Minister Bill Blair said measures for fully vaccinated Canadians, permanent residents, and others permitted to enter Canada will be announced Monday, June 21.

“As we have said, the government is planning measures for fully vaccinated Canadians, Permanent Residents, and others who are currently permitted to enter Canada and will provide further details on Monday, June 21,” reads a statement from Blair...

US-Canada border restrictions extended until July 21 (detroitnews.com)

 

[LadyL]

'Back to normal:' Alberta to lift all remaining COVID-19 public health restrictions

 

[LadyL]

‘I’m still suffering’: Some patients with mild COVID-19 have health issues months later

 

[tarabull]

Globalnews.ca:
Alberta doctors nervous for Stage 3 of reopening, pointing to more transmissible Delta variant

 

[tarabull]

yorkregion.com:
How a massive outbreak at Nunavut’s Baffinland mine sent ‘sparks’ of the Delta variant across the country

 

[LadyL]

we're getting there guys

Canada hits COVID-19 vaccine milestone as 75% receive one dose, 20% fully vaccinated

 

[dotr]

Reversal of decision regarding us second class AZ double shot citizens and denial of entry to BS and other shows...
'Springsteen on Broadway' clears way for AstraZeneca recipients to attend show
'''Springsteen on Broadway' clears way for AstraZeneca recipients to attend show''


Maybe they do not want to give PM T. the bum's rush?
PM Trudeau says he plans to take second AstraZeneca shot, if it's available
''PM Trudeau says he plans to take second AstraZeneca shot, if it's available''