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05.05.2021 / 17:16

Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine approved for Canadians over 12, Health Canada says

Pfizer to seek Health Canada approval for COVID-19 vaccine use in kids 12-15 within weeks The announcements comes after the drugmakers said their vaccine was found to be safe, effective and produced robust antibody responses in 12 to 15-year-olds in a clinical trial late last month.The companies said more than 2,200 adolescents between 12 and 15 participated in the trial.A total of 18 cases of the coronavirus were identified in the group that was given a placebo shot, but no infections were declared in the group that was given the COVID-19 vaccine.More to come…

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Canada preparing to send COVID-19 medical equipment from emergency stockpile to India

India faces down a devastating second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Canadian government says it has idenitified medical equipment from its emergency stockpile that it is prepared to send overseas to help.In an email to Global News on Sunday, a spokesperson for Health Canada said the Canadian government has “identified medical equipment that could be donated from its emergency stockpile, such as ventilators.” A look at why India’s COVID-19 data is vastly undercounted “The Government is working closely with Indian officials to identify specific needs on the ground, and how best Canada can assist,” the email read.However, Health Canada said the volumes identified for donation will “not compromise continued efforts to support the

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Health Canada updates label on Janssen COVID-19 vaccine, but says benefits outweigh risk

COVID-19 vaccine has been updated to reflect the possible side effects including the risk of blood clotting, Health Canada says.“Cases of rare blood clotting events reported in the U.S. after immunization with the #Janssen vaccine are similar to those reported after the #AstraZeneca vaccine, which Health Canada has communicated about recently,” the agency said in a series of tweets Monday afternoon.(2/6) Cases of rare blood clotting events reported in the U.S.

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AstraZeneca’s 1.5M COVID-19 shots from Baltimore plant are safe: Health Canada

COVID-19 vaccines produced in Baltimore plant — which was placed under investigation by U.S.

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Federal oversight of natural health products leaving Canadians at risk: report

Health Canada which is leaving Canadians at risk, according to a scathing report from a federal watchdog.Environment and Sustainable Development Commissioner Jerry DeMarco said Thursday that products like vitamins, mineral supplements, homeopathic medicines, and even certain kinds of toothpaste are not being closely monitored during production.The “gaps in the oversight” at manufacturing sites mean that products are hitting store shelves and leaving consumers open to severe health and safety risks.“There have been cases of people experiencing serious and unexpected adverse reactions to authorized and unauthorized natural health products,” DeMarco’s report said.

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Is it time to ditch disinfecting? CDC updates data surrounding COVID-19 surface transmission

According to a science brief released in early April, your chances of contracting COVID-19 from a surface (called fomite transmission) in an indoor community are low — less than 1 in 10,000.Dr. Joseph Blondeau says its important to acknowledge that the data some limitations.The brief says fomite transmission depends on several different variables, including how much virus is on the surface, how long it has been sitting there, whether or not its been exposed to a cleaning agent, heat, or ventilation.

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Alberta records 1,412 new COVID-19 cases, 8 additional deaths

COVID-19 Wednesday, along with eight additional deaths from the disease. AstraZeneca vaccine still safe despite ‘stronger link’ to blood clots, Health Canada says Also Wednesday, 778 variants of concern were identified in the province.

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AstraZeneca vaccine still safe despite ‘stronger link’ to blood clots: Health Canada

Health Canada will not be changing its recommendations for AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine despite new evidence suggesting a “stronger link” to blood clotting, the agency’s chief medical adviser, said on Wednesday.“We didn’t find any specific risk factors, such as age or sex, so we are therefore not requiring that the vaccine label be updated to restrict the use of the vaccine at this time,” Dr. Supriya Sharma said.

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Health Canada issues advisory over masks containing graphene, urges recall

Health Canada issued an advisory and asked distributors to recall face masks that contain graphene or biographene, citing potential inhalation risks.In an advisory released Friday, the agency said there is a “potential that wearers could inhale graphene particles from some masks, which may pose health risks.” Is it safe to wear face masks while exercising? Experts weigh in Health Canada said graphene is a novel nanomaterial — a material made of tiny particles — that is reported to have antiviral and antibacterial properties.“Health Canada conducted a preliminary scientific assessment after being made aware that masks containing graphene have been sold with COVID-19 claims and used by adults and children in schools and daycares,” the

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Saskatchewan records highest active, daily new COVID-19 cases in nearly 2 months

Saskatchewan government officials are reporting an additional 254 COVID-19 cases on Friday and one new death.The resident was in their 60s and tested positive for COVID-19. The death was reported in the Saskatoon zone.Today’s report of new cases is the highest since Feb.

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Can vaccinated people spread COVID-19? Data too limited, Health Canada says

COVID-19 to others who are not yet vaccinated, Health Canada says.The statement from officials comes after The New York Times reported on Thursday that the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) was walking back comments by its director.Dr.

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Feds ‘in discussions’ to secure COVID-19 booster, variant shots: Health Canada

COVID-19, experts have warned that the virus could become endemic, meaning Canadians could need booster shots to ensure they are protected in the years ahead.How does the government plan to secure and provide booster shots to Canadians?Here’s a closer look. COVID-19 vaccine tracker: How many Canadians are vaccinated? In a statement emailed to Global News, Health Canada said the expected future trajectory of the novel coronavirus and pandemic “is not yet clear, nor is the future evolution of virus variants and their severity.”“Work is underway to define our future booster needs, both in terms of quantities and the vaccine technologies on which to focus,” the statement read.

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A look at how much the government spends on tracking, studying viruses like COVID-19

Which province is winning the COVID-19 vaccine rollout race? Experts weigh in In a statement emailed to Global News, Health Canada said the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is responsible for a number of things including research, surveillance and monitoring, and risk assessment development as well as modelling and responding to outbreaks.PHAC is also the body tasked with laboratory reference and diagnostic services, and providing education and awareness to the public.According to Health Canada, the federal government spends $22 million in annual funding for programs or research to identify and track emerging diseases like the novel coronavirus.This includes $13 million for zoonotic infectious diseases — those which jump from animals

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Health Canada says AstraZeneca vaccine is safe after investigating blood clot reports

AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine “continue to outweigh the risks” after investigating reported blood clots in several countries, and encouraged Canadians to receive it if offered.The agency said an assessment of available data on the reports out of Europe determined no link between the vaccine and an increase in the overall risk of blood clots. Health Canada stressed that the reports themselves were rare, and suggested blood clots “can also be due to COVID-19” itself.

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Blood clots not a ‘safety concern’ for AstraZeneca vaccine: officials

Officials with the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) and Health Canada said Tuesday that they weren’t concerned with the safety of the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 despite concerns the vaccine might cause blood clots.

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A look at when Canada could start administering COVID-19 vaccines to teens, children

coronavirus continue to be administered across the country, one question remains unanswered — when will shots be approved for children and when will kids be vaccinated?On Sunday U.S. Dr.

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Will coronavirus variants lead to a third wave? Doctor answers top COVID-19 questions

coronavirus variants are rising as vaccines continue to roll out across Canada.Infectious diseases physician Dr. Sumon Chakrabarti recently joined The Morning Show to discuss current COVID-19 news. Health Canada says AstraZeneca vaccine safe after countries suspend use Health Canada and the World Health Organization recently said there was no link between the Oxford-AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine and developing blood clots.

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WHO says continue to use AstraZeneca vaccine, will investigate issues

World Health Organization expert advisory committee is currently looking at AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine after some countries paused distribution of it, but there is no reason not to use it, a spokeswoman said on Friday.Health authorities in several countries including Denmark, Norway, Iceland have suspended the use of AstraZeneca’s vaccine following reports of the formation of blood clots in some people who have been vaccinated.

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‘Reliable scientific evidence’ needed to consider COVID-19 vaccine passports: PHAC

COVID-19 vaccine passports to reopen travel and the economy, with officials saying that they would need “reliable scientific evidence” before considering its use in Canada.In a statement emailed to Global News on Sunday, Health Canada said governments and international bodies around the world are “exploring the possible use of vaccination certificates as one tool to support the re-opening of societies and economies.”“The Government of Canada is aware that some jurisdictions are considering granting privileges to vaccinated people through a certification process,” the email reads.

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Johnson & Johnson vaccine approval expected in ‘next few days’: feds

Johnson & Johnson one-shot coronavirus vaccine within a matter of days.Dr. Marc Berthiaume, director of the bureau of medical science at Health Canada, said during a press conference on Thursday that he expects there will be good news on the approval of that vaccine shortly.“The Johnson & Johnson vaccine should be available in the next few days,” he said, referring to the vaccine approval — officials said the specifics of any possible deliveries are still being worked out.“So we should have good news on that in the next few days.”Earlier in the week, Health Canada’s chief medical advisor Dr.

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Health Canada allows warmer storage conditions for Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine

coronavirus vaccine can now be stored and shipped “at standard freezer temperatures” for up to 14 days, Health Canada said in a statement Wednesday.Pfizer-BioNTech requested the change on Feb. 25 to allow its COVID-19 vaccine to be kept at -25 C and -15 C instead of the earlier approved storage condition of between -80 C and -60 C.

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AstraZeneca and Johnson & Johnson vaccines — where is Canada at on approvals?

COVID-19 vaccines.Vaccines by AstraZeneca and Johnson & Johnson are among those still awaiting a green light from Health Canada, but the shots are quickly picking up steam in other parts of the world.With shortfalls in deliveries from vaccines already approved — Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech — there is increasing pressure on the health agency to secure more options and get more shots into the arms of Canadians. Where is AstraZeneca’s vaccine? Health Canada says not yet ready to greenlight But federal officials say they are confident there will be “more than enough vaccines” between contracts with Pfizer and Moderna to offer all Canadians a shot by September.

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Why is Health Canada taking so long to approve the AstraZeneca vaccine?

Health Canada says approval of the AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine will be happening in the coming days. So what is taking so long? Aaron McArthur reports

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New variants mean more vaccination needed for herd immunity: Health Canada

coronavirus variants gaining a foothold in Canada, the percentage of vaccinated Canadians required to achieve herd immunity is increasing, Health Canada’s chief medical adviser said on Monday. Coronavirus vaccine tracker: How many Canadians are vaccinated against COVID-19? That’s because the B.1.1.7 variant, which first emerged in the U.K., and the B.1.351 variant, first discovered in South Africa, are believed to be more infectious than the original strain.As the virus gets better at spreading, our vaccination rates will have to be even higher to make sure those who can’t get a jab can still be kept safe, Dr.

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Guelph reports 16 new COVID-19 cases, active cases fall to 97

COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing its total case count to 2,581.The number of active cases fell by two from the previous day to 97 including seven people being treated in the hospital for the novel coronavirus. Where is AstraZeneca’s vaccine? Health Canada says not yet ready to greenlight Another 18 people have recovered bringing Guelph’s resolved cases to 2,449.Guelph’s death toll of 35 remained unchanged after a death related to COVID-19 was reported the previous day.

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Where is AstraZeneca’s vaccine? Health Canada says not yet ready to greenlight

Health Canada is not yet ready to make a decision about approving the COVID-19 vaccine from AstraZeneca, more than two weeks after it signalled the ruling could be imminent.The World Health Organization gave its seal of approval to AstraZeneca Monday, and if Health Canada follows suit, almost 500,000 doses could be shipped to Canada in March through the global vaccine-sharing program known as COVAX.But Health Canada is still having a back and forth with the British-based company on the clinical data behind the vaccine.“Health Canada continues to work with AstraZeneca to receive the information needed to complete its review,” said Kathleen Marriner, a spokeswoman for the department.

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Novavax says ‘rolling review’ of its COVID-19 vaccine started by Health Canada

COVID-19 vaccine is undergoing a “rolling review” by several health agencies, including Health Canada, to speed up its approval process.In an announcement Thursday, the company said regulatory agencies now reviewing the vaccine include the European Medicines Agency, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.K.

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Health Canada to decide on AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine in ‘coming days’

COVID-19 vaccine “in the coming days.” Travellers to pay ‘more than $2K’ for new mandatory COVID-19 hotel quarantine, Trudeau says Health Canada has been reviewing AstraZeneca and Oxford University’s vaccine since it was submitted for approval on Oct. 1 as more and more data has arrived from the manufactuer.The agency said it is in the midst of reviewing final data, but suggested it could be greenlit sooner than later.“The Department is currently completing its review of the submitted data and expects to make a decision on the authorization of the AstraZeneca vaccine in the coming days,” Health Canada said in a statement on Jan.

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Even with new COVID-19 vaccine approvals, rollout won’t increase before April

COVID-19 vaccines under regulatory scrutiny, Canada’s vaccine supply is unlikely to increase before April.The country’s rollout currently depends on vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna, both of which are in short supply amid overwhelming global demand. Coronavirus: Toronto’s mayor speaks to Pfizer about improving COVID-19 vaccine production Canada is set to receive a combined six million doses by the end of March, enough to vaccinate three million Canadians on the vaccines’ respective two-dose regimens.Federal officials confirmed Thursday that a delay in Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine shipments to Canada will cause short-term delays across the country.

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Coronavirus: Saskatchewan has highest rate of active COVID-19 cases in Canada

Saskatchewan leads the provinces and territories with the highest rate of active COVID-19 in the country.As of Tuesday evening, Saskatchewan’s rate of active COVID-19 cases was 319 per 100,000 population, according to Health Canada’s dashboard.Alberta, which was tied with Saskatchewan on Monday with 318 cases per 100,000 population, dropped down to 302. Quebec, Manitoba and Ontario were at 282, 226 and 207, respectively.

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No serious side-effects from COVID-19 vaccines so far, Health Canada says

Health Canada has no reports of unexpected side-effects from patients vaccinated against COVID-19 thus far.“There haven’t been any serious adverse events, or even the mild and moderate adverse events, that have been out of line or different than what we’ve seen in the clinical trials,” Dr. Supriya Sharma said in an interview with The Canadian Press Friday.Sharma, Health Canada’s chief medical adviser, is overseeing the vaccine review process.

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Canada still awaiting data from AstraZeneca as U.K. approves new coronavirus vaccine

Oxford-AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine candidate on Wednesday, Health Canada says it can’t provide a “definite timeline” for its own decision. Britain becomes 1st country to approve Oxford-AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine That’s because officials are still waiting for AstraZeneca to provide information and data for review, the department said in a statement issued Wednesday morning.“Health Canada is aware that the United Kingdom’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued an authorization for a COVID-19 vaccine manufactured by AstraZeneca,” the statement read.“There is still information and data to be provided by AstraZeneca for review.

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Coronavirus: Heath Canada official says Moderna vaccine believed to be effective against new U.K. variant

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‘Possibility’ Moderna vaccine could be approved for children in 2021, Health Canada says

Moderna’s novel coronavirus vaccine could be approved for children by 2021.Dr. Supriya Sharma’s announcement came shortly after the federal government authorized the Moderna vaccine for use among Canadians aged 18 and older.“It’s not unusual that first trials for any vaccines or any medications for that matter, are actually done in adults,” she said.According to Sharma, recruitment for trials for children aged 12 to 17 are already underway.“The plan is to recruit approximately 3,000 participants in that clinical trial, and that’s already started,” she said.

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Saskatchewan receiving first Moderna COVID-19 vaccine shipment before the end of the year

COVID-19 vaccine will arrive in Saskatchewan next week.The province said it expects to receive 4,900 doses of the vaccine the week of Dec. 28.

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Will we need a new COVID-19 vaccine every few years? Here’s what we know

jab to keep up protections from the coronavirus, Health Canada says, but it’s still possible that booster shots will be required every couple of years to keep our bodies in full fighting form. Canada approves Moderna coronavirus vaccine, 1st doses to arrive in ‘coming days’ Studies are currently underway to determine how frequently, if at all, these repeat injections will need to take place.“This group of viruses is somewhere in between.

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Moderna vaccine approved: What we know about side effects, ingredients and doses

Moderna’s novel coronavirus vaccine.Dr. Supriya Sharma, Health Canada’s chief medical adviser, says the country will receive up to 168,000 doses of the Moderna vaccine before the end of December, providing hope that the country will be able to begin transitioning back to some semblance of normal after a pandemic that has killed more than 1.7 million worldwide people so far.Here’s what we know about the vaccine’s doses, side effects and ingredients.

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Canada waiting on Moderna COVID-19 vaccine data, decision in ‘coming weeks’

Moderna’s coronavirus vaccine candidate, its review is expected to be completed “in the coming weeks.”The news was shared in a press release, fired out on Monday morning, and comes on the heels of the United States’ decision to approve the vaccine candidate. U.S.

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‘Want our lives back’: What motivates people to get a coronavirus vaccine?

coronavirus vaccine becomes available in Canada.Absolutely,” the 47-year-old from the small village of Fruitvale, B.C., told Global News when asked if she would take the shot.“Because when you have a 22-year-old daughter with type 1 diabetes and a dad with a heart condition, you’ll do whatever it takes to keep everyone safe,” she said.

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The Latest: Tokyo's daily infections top 600 for first time

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Canada adds 6,292 new coronavirus infections as country approves vaccine

COVID-19, authorities said.Since the virus was first detected, it has claimed 12,983 lives in Canada. Canada approves Pfizer coronavirus vaccine, will start administering ‘within days’ The new cases come as the federal government announced Health Canada has approved a COVID-19 vaccine from American pharmaceutical company Pfizer.“The availability of a safe and effective vaccine will reduce the spread and severity of COVID-19 disease and reduce its social and economic consequences,” Health Canada said on Wednesday, adding the data confirms the vaccine is roughly 95 per cent effective, and was “well tolerated” with no serious safety concerns.Maj.-Gen.

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Quebec company launches new Health Canada-compliant surgical mask for hearing loss community

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]“We’ve just received results from an independent lab that confirm it conforms to all Health Canada requirements,” Girard said. It is fulfills requirements for the CNESST, the provincial workers’ compensation board.“It can be used in hospitals and schools, long-term care homes and daycares” Girard said.The mask’s special design, according to Girard, makes it not only safe but comfortable.Some of the features include extra space between mouth and the transparent window which allows for optimal comfort and breathability.

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Coronavirus: Health Canada says people allergic to any Pfizer vaccine ingredient should avoid use

During a press conference on Wednesday, chief medical advisor with the regulatory branch of Health Canada Dr.

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Coronavirus: Health Canada official outlines process for approving Pfizer vaccine

During a press conference on Wednesday, chief medical advisor with the regulatory branch of Health Canada Dr. Supriya Sharma stressed that the approval of the Pfizer coronavirus vaccine came after a rigorous review of clinical trial data, and emphasized that the health agency authorized the drug after finding no serious safety concerns and Canadians should “absolutely” feel comfortable getting it.

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Canada monitoring Pfizer vaccine after U.K. allergic reactions

coronavirus vaccine after reports of allergic reactions in the United Kingdom.Health Canada officially gave the green light to the vaccine from the U.S. pharmaceutical company, deeming it safe for use following a thorough review of the clinical data submitted by Pfizer.“It’s really important to say that as we monitor the vaccines, adverse event reports will come up,” Dr.

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Canada approves Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine

Canada has approved the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine, days after the UK became the first country to greenlight and roll it out.

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Trudeau taps former Iraq NATO mission head to lead vaccine roll-out

COVID-19 vaccine roll-out.This comes on the heels of the news that Canada could see regulatory approval for a promising vaccine candidate as early as next month.“Vaccines are on the horizon. There’s a light at the end of the tunnel,” said Trudeau, speaking on the front steps of Rideau Cottage on Friday.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]The chief medical adviser at Health Canada, Dr.

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Covid-19 vaccine: Canada could approve Pfizer's vaccine 'around December'

Covid-19 vaccine "around December," about the same time as the United States and the European Union, a senior official at Canada's drug regulator said.Health Canada earlier had said that an approval would likely come early in the first quarter, under a new accelerated review process very similar to that in place in the United States, reports a news agency.Pfizer and BioNTech's vaccine is most advanced in Health Canada's reviews, Supriya Sharma, senior medical adviser at Health Canada, said at a press briefing in Ottawa.Asked whether any Canadians could receive a shot before the end of the year, Sharma said several things are happening at the same time - regulatory reviews, manufacturing, distribution - which makes it difficult to pinpoint

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0