Thread by @CPHO_Canada

1/6 As we have seen with #COVID19, prevention measures such as practicing #PhysicalDistancing, #Handwashing, and #MaskOn with a non-medical mask or face covering when in public can help to prevent spread of the virus.
#COVIDKnowHow
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2/6 But these measures alone cannot reduce the spread of #COVID19 to a point where Canadians can resume life as normal. To have the best shot at normalcy, what Canada, and the world, needs is a safe and effective vaccine. #VaccinesWork

3/6 The vaccine research and development process during usual times takes more than a decade before a safe and effective vaccine is approved for use in Canada. Canada, and the world, cannot wait 10 years for a #COVID19 vaccine...

4/6 And we cannot _and will not_ compromise on safety and effectiveness. Development and approval of a #COVID19 vaccine for Canadians will build on existing strengths and experience of 🇨🇦’s vaccine research & safety review process.

5/6 No step will be skipped and no corner will be cut from Canada’s well-established vaccine development and quality assurance process; Fast-tracking means building on our robust domestic experience and expertise...

6/6 while ramping up collaboration and coordination to tighten partnerships, and prepare, plan and run as many of these vital steps in parallel as is feasible and appropriate. #VaccinesWork