Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government will spend more than $1 billion to help develop, test and manufacture a COVID-19 vaccine, as well as to determine how widely the virus has spread through Canada. The cash announced today is on top of $275 million in research funding the Liberals announced in March at […]
Some Canadian scientists say they have successfully isolated and replicated COVID-19 in a lab, which means they’re well on their way to a vaccine. The researchers say that by isolating the virus, they will be able to develop treatments, vaccines, and tests for COVID-19. Through the isolation they’ll also be able to conduct research to […]
Flu shots are now available in Saskatchewan. This year’s vaccination is available at public health clinics and pharmacies, and can also be given by doctors and nurses. Health Minister Jim Reiter says the province ordered close to 400,000 doses this year so there are no availability problems expected. Residents of all ages are being encouraged […]
Saskatchewan residents will be able to get their flu shot in the next couple of weeks. The Saskatchewan Health Authority announced that after a brief delay in the delivery of the vaccine, clinics across the province will receive their vaccines in time for flu shot locations to be opened on October 21st. Chief Medical Health […]
