Seven cases of myocarditis have been recorded following vaccinations in the province.
Myocarditis is an inflammation of the heart muscle and can result in chest pain, shortness of breath, and an irregular heartbeat.
The Department of Health and Community Services says the incidents were reported through the adverse event following immunization reporting process.
Such reports are completed when an adverse event occurs and no other link can be established.
The department stresses that such a report does not indicate causality with the vaccine.
Currently, over 93 per cent of the eligible population over the age of 12 is fully vaccinated, while nearly 17 per cent of the eligible population between age 5 to 11 are fully vaccinated.
“Seven incidents of myocarditis have been reported through the adverse event following immunization (AEFI) reporting process. AEFI reports are completed when an event occurs in an individual where no other link can be established. It is important to note that the AEFI report does not indicate causality. “
