Janssen (Johnson and Johnson) COVID-19 Vaccine

On March 5, 2021, Health Canada authorized the use of the Janssen (Johnson and Johnson) vaccine. This vaccine is an adenovirus vector vaccine administered through a single dose.

More information about the Janssen vaccine including how it works, how it’s given and possible side effects is available at

https://www.canada.ca/en/health- canada/services/drugs-health-products/covid19- industry/drugs-vaccines- treatments/vaccines/janssen.html

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