EPISODE · Jun 22, 2021 · 15 MIN
Could the Delta variant of COVID-19 hamper Canada's reopening?
from 10/3: Canada Covered · host Postmedia
Just when we think we have a handle on the pandemic, we get thrown another curveball. COVID-19 cases in Canada are on the decline, vaccinations are up, and provinces are starting to re-open, but a new variant has taken hold here, potentially leaving us vulnerable to a new spike in infections. National Post health reporter Sharon Kirkey joins Dave to talk about where the variant has taken hold in Canada, how serious it is, and how it factors into whether Canadians are feeling comfortable about re-opening. Background reading: Race is on for Canada to vaccinate its way out of potential fourth wave driven by Delta variant Entering post-COVID world sparks anxiety for some, but uneasiness is normal reaction: experts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Just when we think we have a handle on the pandemic, we get thrown another curveball. COVID-19 cases in Canada are on the decline, vaccinations are up, and provinces are starting to re-open, but a new variant has taken hold here, potentially leaving us vulnerable to a new spike in infections. National Post health reporter Sharon Kirkey joins Dave to talk about where the variant has taken hold in Canada, how serious it is, and how it factors into whether Canadians are feeling comfortable about re-opening. Background reading: Race is on for Canada to vaccinate its way out of potential fourth wave driven by Delta variant Entering post-COVID world sparks anxiety for some, but uneasiness is normal reaction: experts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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