Novavax Nuvaxovid COVID-19 vaccine is now available at select pharmacies.

There are currently no specific NACI recommendations regarding the number of doses of Novavax Nuvaxovid for immunocompromised individuals. The primary series includes 2 doses given 8 weeks apart. This is a recombinant protein subunit vaccine and a new option for individuals who have been unable or prefer not to receive an mRNA or viral vector COVID-19 vaccine. Health Canada recently authorized the use of the Novavax Nuvaxovid COVID-19 vaccine for individuals 18 years of age and older. Please visit the PEI Breast Screening Program for additional information.

Please bring your COVID-19 vaccine information to your next mammogram appointment. We encourage you to attend your breast screening appointment but, if you do not feel comfortable you may reschedule your mammogram for 6 weeks after being vaccinated. Additional clinical assessment by your health care provider following your mammogram may be required. Islanders with an upcoming mammogram appointment: Lymph nodes in the underarms of patients who were recently vaccinated with COVID-19 sometimes may become enlarged. Important Notice: Islanders infected with COVID-19 should wait 3 months after onset of symptoms or a positive test before getting a COVID-19 vaccine (primary series or booster dose) provided they are eligible for vaccination based on the recommended time between doses. Individuals should get their second dose in the primary series 8 weeks after receiving their first dose.īooster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine are recommended for individuals 5 years of age and older 6 months after their last dose of the vaccine. COVID-19 Immunization clinics are located in communities across Prince Edward Island.Įveryone 6 months of age and older is eligible to get vaccinated against COVID-19 (primary series).

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