COVID-19 kills 2 more in N.B., child and youth hospitalized – CBC
COVID activity remains moderate, Respiratory Watch report says, as NACI issues fall vaccine guidance
May 07, 2024
COVID-19 has killed two more New Brunswickers, while a child under four and a youth aged five to 19 are among the 19 people hospitalized for or with the virus, data released by the province Tuesday shows.
COVID activity remains moderate, and most indicators remained stable during the reporting period, April 21 to April 27, the Respiratory Watch report says.
The report comes just days after the National Advisory Committee on Immunization, known as NACI, issued its latest guidance on fall COVID-19 vaccines.
A fall dose is “strongly recommended” for people at higher risk of infection or severe disease, including seniors, people with underlying medical conditions, and those who provide essential community services, NACI said.
People aged six months or older who are not at increased risk may receive a fall dose, NACI said.
CBC News asked the Department of Health for comment about its fall vaccine plans, but did not receive a response.
