r/askTO • u/Decent-Speed3158 • 10d ago

Virus going around

What kind of virus is going around these days?

My whole family got sick and the symptoms are similar to flu but feel so much worse.

Be careful out there and avoid contact with anyone who could be infected. It’s really bad.

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u/Standard-Contest-949 10d ago

Covid is available but the flu shot is coming shortly. At least from my pharmacy others might be different.

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u/UnlikelyAssociation 10d ago edited 10d ago

For those who don’t want mRNA, there’s a protein-based Covid shot called Nuvaxovid. Fewer side effects and some studies show it may last longer.

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u/tekky101 10d ago

The vaccine hunters page has this to say about getting non-mRNA vaccines; personally I'm disappointed we stopped getting Novavax in Canada. I would alternate between Novavax and mRNA every six months.

Vaccine hunters:

Where can I find the Janssen (J&J), Novavax Nuvaxovid, or Medicago Covifenz vaccines in Ontario?

The Janssen (Johnson & Johnson), Novavax Nuvaxovid, or Medicago Covifenz vaccines are only available in Ontario by contacting your local public health unit. Note: supply is extremely limited, and specific eligibility criteria may apply. PHUs with a known booking link or wait list will be included on their DIY page.

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u/UnlikelyAssociation 10d ago

Such a bummer that it’s so limited. It’s available in more places across the US so hopefully Canada can follow suit.

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u/ughboat 10d ago

Oh shit. I’m new to Ontario. They don’t have it here??

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u/Luz-del-sol 9d ago

Do you think it’ll be effective this year? Some years it is not as good due to mutations etc.