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Closing immunization gaps could boost health and the economy

• Significant immunization gaps remain, with only 39% of Canadians over 50 vaccinated against shingles despite national recommendations. HN Summary • Adult vaccination supports healthy aging, helping older Canadians remain healthy, independent and active in the workforce.

Closing immunization gaps could boost health and the economy

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HN Summary • Adult vaccination supports healthy aging, helping older Canadians remain healthy, independent and active in the workforce.

• Significant immunization gaps remain, with only 39% of Canadians over 50 vaccinated against shingles despite national recommendations.

• Closing these gaps could deliver major economic benefits, reducing healthcare costs and improving productivity while preventing illness.

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HN Summary • Adult vaccination supports healthy aging, helping older Canadians remain healthy, independent and active in the workforce. • Significant immunization gaps remain, with only 39% of Canadians over 50 vaccinated against shingles despite national recommendations. • Closing these gaps could deliver major economic benefits, reducing healthcare costs and improving productivity while preventing illness.

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