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“Getting immunized is one of the most effective ways to protect yourself, your loved ones and our communities,” said Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health. “As we head into respiratory illness season, I encourage everyone to stay up to date with their flu and COVID-19 vaccines, which are free, safe, effective and available across the province.”

Minister Jones made the announcement at Pollin Fertility Clinic in Toronto, a new clinic that integrates modern technology, patient-centred design and a multidisciplinary clinical team to help Ontarians access publicly funded IVF services.

The vaccination campaign comes as COVID-19 cases in people going to emergency or urgent care for respiratory symptoms have increased. About 10 per cent of tests were positive for the week ending Sept. 20, up from 9.6 per cent the previous week, according to the federal respiratory virus snapshot.

Health Canada currently maintains that there is no conclusive evidence that using acetaminophen as directed during pregnancy causes autism or other neurodevelopmental disorders.

This fact sheet provides up-to-date guidance on Ontario’s infant RSV prevention program, including eligibility, administration and safety for Beyfortus and Abrysvo.

Province launching Flu, COVID-19 and RSV immunizations for high-risk groups and on October 27 for the public

In 2021, the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC) issued a position statement recommending the use of acetaminophen as a first-line therapeutic option for fever and pain in pregnancy when medically indicated at recommended doses for the shortest duration required.

Doctors urge vaccination following death of Ontario infant infected with measles in the womb

“It’s really a political decision in the U.S. that doesn’t change anything in the current knowledge and recommendations that we have in Canada,” said Dr. Isabelle Boucoiran, an obstetrician-gynecologist at CHU Sainte-Justine and a member of the infectious diseases committee of the SOGC.