May 19, 2021 - Global News

Global News - Vaccine uptick a chance to get Canada’s most vulnerable a 2nd dose — and sooner

By: Rachael D'Amore

“The thinking was: Let’s get as many first doses into people’s arms as quickly as possible because some protection is better than no protection,” said Dr. Samir Sinha, Director of Health Policy Research at the NIA, who led advocacy for seniors over the age of 70 to be prioritized for vaccinations in Ontario’s Phase 1.

“While that’s a really good strategy that works well in young people … We know that strategy doesn’t work as well in older people.”