Risk calculus and interpretation changing in Ontario. Public Health recommends suspending first dose of AZ vaccine pending further data analysis. Outcome even if in favour of resumption will not change the erosion of public confidence.

Dr. Barry Dworkin

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for May 12, 2021

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Ontario will no longer offer first doses of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine

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