Respiratory Vaccines in Canada Are Falling Short | Calgary News

Canada’s respiratory vaccine rates are alarmingly low—with less than half of the population getting any flu, COVID, or RSV shot last year—just as schools reopen and virus activity begins to rise. Only 44% got a flu vaccine, and just 34% received a COVID shot in the past year. Doctors warn that colder weather and crowded classrooms create perfect conditions for outbreaks, recalling last winter’s tough flu season and COVID surges. Experts urge everyone to get vaccinated now to protect themselves and their communities—and keep kids home if they’re sick. Higher vaccination rates this fall could be the key to avoiding another rough respiratory season. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f6a9f1ba36ef476f