Manitoba breakthrough infection data reviews the incidence by age and severity. Older people with chronic disease most at risk. Overall, compared to unvaccinated, 3% of all COVID deaths over last 10 months were amongst the fully vaccinated. #VaccinesWork

Dr. Barry Dworkin

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for October 27, 2021

Manitoba breakthrough infection data reviews the incidence by age and severity. Older people with chronic disease most at risk. Overall, compared to unvaccinated, 3% of all COVID deaths over last 10 months were amongst the fully vaccinated. Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

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New data sheds light on breakthrough COVID-19 cases in Manitoba

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