BC spring COVID-19 booster program set to start in April | FULL

British Columbians over the age of 60 who have not tested positive for COVID-19 are being encouraged to get another booster shot this spring.

In a slight deviation from the National Advisory Committee on Immunization, B.C. provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry on Friday suggested those with no natural immunity get the booster.

The booster program, starting in April, will also include those 80 years of age and older, those considered clinically extremely vulnerable, and those living in long-term care.

“This spring program is in response to what we are seeing right now with a relatively high level of circulation," Henry told a news conference.

“As we go in to the fall, we will be in a similar situation.”

The program will not include the general population, including those who work in health-care settings.

For more info: https://globalnews.ca/news/9542901/b-c-health-covid-19-booster-spring-update-2023/

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