P.E.I. to get 100 doses of COVID-19 prevention drug Evusheld – CBC
Dr. Heather Morrison says drug only meant for use for immunocompromised individuals
May 05, 2022
A newly approved treatment which could prevent people with weakened immune systems from getting COVID-19 will soon be available in P.E.I.
Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Heather Morrison said told CBC News: Compass on Wednesday the province will get 100 doses of the antibody therapy Evusheld.
“It’s for people who are … severely immunocompromised. But it can be used as another tool in the fight against COVID-19,” Morrison said.
“It is intended for limited use in very specific, high-risk populations.”
The drug, which was developed by AstraZeneca, is administered in two shots. Last month, Health Canada authorized its use for people who:
Are 12 or older and weigh more than 40 kilograms.
Are immunocompromised or for whom vaccination is not recommended.
Are not currently infected with or have not been exposed to COVID-19.
