With the fast-spreading Omicron variant in Alberta, the province is launching a booster shot campaign to protect Albertans. 

The province has announced that starting immediately, all Albertans over the age of 18 can book a third booster shot as long as they received their last vaccine shot five months ago.

Albertans are encouraged to take the first mRNA vaccine available to them for a third dose. 

Both Pfizer and Moderna vaccines offer a high level of protection against COVID-19.

For Albertans 18 to 29 years of age, the Pfizer vaccine will be offered. This is due to a cautionary measure due to a slightly increased risk of myocarditis in younger Albertans from Moderna, particularly males, individuals are much more likely to experience myocarditis from COVID-19 infection than the vaccine.

All Albertans aged 18 and over who had their second dose five months ago can book appointments for third doses online with participating pharmacies or AHS by using the Alberta vaccine booking system or by calling AHS at 811.