NACI recommends fall COVID-19 booster in advance of possible future wave
The National Advisory Committee on Immunization is recommending booster shots this fall in advance of a possible future wave of COVID-19 in Canada.
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Police identify woman, teen killed at Ottawa home
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New real estate guidelines pressure owners with a home equity line of credit: survey
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Memorial service held for RCMP Const. Heidi Stevenson, killed in N.S. mass shooting
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Mother forced to spend night sleeping on Toronto Pearson floor because of Air Canada delays
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Canada to lead upgraded NATO combat force in Latvia
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NACI recommends fall COVID-19 booster in advance of possible future wave
The National Advisory Committee on Immunization is recommending booster shots this fall in advance of a possible future wave of COVID-19 in Canada.
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Instagram hides some posts that mention abortion
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Germany returns artifacts taken from 3 African nations
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Entertainment
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R. Kelly sentenced to 30 years in sex trafficking case
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Air Canada to reduce flights this summer amid 'customer service shortfalls'
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Sports
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Saint John Sea Dogs win Memorial Cup with 6-3 victory over Hamilton Bulldogs
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Tim Hortons, Esso withdraw for world juniors in another blow for Hockey Canada
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