Health Canada has approved Moderna's updated COVID-19 vaccine targeting the Omicron BA.4/BA.5 subvariants in adults.
vaccine triggers a strong immune response against both Omicron and the original SARS-CoV-2 virus strains," Health Canada said in a release.
Side effects were mild and similar to the previously approved version of the vaccine, according to Health Canada. The updated vaccine is a combination of two strains, also known as a "bivalent" shot. It contains both the original vaccine formulation and protection against the Omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5.
Doctors recommend that Canadians keep up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations to protect against serious illness and complications of infection.In September, Health Canada approved an earlier version of Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine targeting the Omicron BA.1 subvariant. The National Advisory Committee on Immunization recommends that the updated vaccine be offered to adults who are recommended to receive a fall booster dose.
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