Canada may find it challenging to reach herd immunity from COVID-19, experts say
Herd immunity may not be reached in Canada but a return to life similar to that before COVID-19 is possible through immunization, experts say.
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Canada may find it challenging to reach herd immunity from COVID-19, experts say
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