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Gregory C. Mason

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To boost or not to boost?

August 14, 2022 by Greg Mason

Winnipeg Free Press, August 1, 2022

With apologies to The Clash, that iconic band from the 80s, “Darling you got to let me know, Should I vaxx or should I wait?”

Let us be clear. I am a vaccine enthusiast. When the shingles vaccine became available, I was there in a flash. I get the flu shot every year and even in years where it has 50% effectiveness, I deem it worthwhile. The instant I was eligible, I received the first and second doses of the Covid vaccines.

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Filed Under: Commentary, Op Ed