Posted by Michael Wonder on 19 Apr 2021
Canada confirms second blood clot case linked to AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine, but it will be used to battle third wave
19 April 2021 - Canada has reported a second case of rare blood clots linked to the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine in a week, but health authorities continue to recommend the use of the shot.
The person who experienced the very rare event has been treated and is recovering, Canada's health ministry said in a statement.
Based on the evidence available, Canada still maintains that the benefits of the AstraZeneca vaccine outweigh the potential risks, the statement said.
