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Thrombosis Canada Encourages Patients on Anticoagulant (Blood Thinning) Therapy to Receive a Vaccine to Protect Against COVID-19
December 23, 2020 GMT
TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 23, 2020--
Today, Thrombosis Canada is providing immediate guidance to ensure Canadian healthcare professionals and people on anticoagulant (blood thinning) therapy have consistent and accurate information on receiving a vaccination for COVID-19 (according to provincial vaccination plans). For the estimated 1 million Canadians currently receiving anticoagulation therapy, many of whom are elderly and are likely to be at higher risk for coronavirus-related health problems, Thrombosis Canada is encouraging vaccinations, stating that therapy should not be a barrier to the administration of a coronavirus vaccine.