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Note to Editors: In response to questions from some media outlets about how much the Alberta government has spent on advertising and other costs for COVID-19 and vaccine promotion, the following updated information is available:

Alberta is among the first provinces and territories in Canada to provide access to the new cystic fibrosis drug Trikafta.

Minister of Health Tyler Shandro issued the following statement on Arthritis Awareness Month:

With strong vaccine uptake, Alberta will gradually bring COVID-19 measures in line with other respiratory viruses to ensure health system capacity for the fall.

Alberta will become the second province in Canada to screen all newborns for spinal muscular atrophy so they can be treated earlier and more effectively.

Thanks to vaccines, Alberta can take the next step in safely lifting restrictions in continuing care while keeping some rules in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Effective immediately, anyone who received their first mRNA (Pfizer or Moderna) dose in May or earlier can book their second dose of COVID-19 vaccine. 

Alberta has reached its final Open for Summer threshold, triggering a two-week waiting period before Stage 3 begins.

All Albertans will soon be able to receive a second dose of vaccine, helping fully protect them and all Albertans from COVID-19.

Albertans can now enjoy outdoor patios, haircuts and more physical activities as vaccination rates continue to climb and hospitalizations decline.