Rapid Covid-19 antigen tests to be sent to the homes of Ontario’s 2.2 million school children for the Christmas break. And Health Canada approves Pfizer vaccine for 5 to 11 year-olds.

Dr. Barry Dworkin

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for November 19, 2021

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Ontario to send rapid antigen tests home with all 2.2 million school children for winter break
Canada authorizes first COVID-19 vaccine for kids

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