Standard-Dose Influenza Vaccine Appointments Available for Booking
Bookings for the standard-dose influenza vaccine are now available in Nova Scotia. Appointments begin next week.
Public health recommends vaccination for everyone aged six months and older to better protect against influenza. The high-dose influenza vaccine, which is free for Nova Scotians this year, is recommended for people aged 65 years and older.
It is safe and efficient to get the influenza and COVID-19 vaccines at the same time.
People can book an appointment at a pharmacy clinic at: http://novascotia.flow.canimmunize.ca/en/covid-flu-booking
People who need assistance booking appointments can call 1-833-797-7772 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., seven days a week, including holidays.
Nova Scotians who get their vaccine from a family doctor, nurse practitioner or family practice nurse can book an appointment by contacting clinics directly.
More information on influenza and the vaccine is available at: https://novascotia.ca/flu .
Quick Facts:
- children aged six months to nine years who have never had an influenza vaccine should receive two doses four weeks apart this fall
- this year, Nova Scotia invested $4.7 million in the high-dose influenza vaccine, making it free for people 65 years and older
- people cannot get influenza or COVID-19 from the respective vaccine
- influenza and COVID-19 symptoms can include a sudden high fever, headache, general aches and pains, fatigue and weakness, a runny, stuffy nose, sneezing and sore throat
- new appointments are added regularly
Additional Resources:
More information on COVID-19 and Nova Scotia’s response is available at:
https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus
The National Advisory Committee on Immunization’s guidance on COVID-19 vaccines this fall is available at: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/vaccines-immunization/national-advisory-committee-immunization-summary-supplemental-statement-september-12-2023-addendum-guidance-use-covid-19-vaccines-fall.html