October 24, 2024
The Prince Edward Family Health Team will host two flu shot and COVID-19 booster vaccination clinics in Prince Edward County in November.
The clinics are for Prince Edward County residents 12 years age and older who don’t have a primary care provider. The clinics will be held at the Prince Edward Community Centre (375 Picton Main Street) on the following days:
- Monday, November 4: 10 am to 5 pm
- Thursday, November 7: 10 am to 6 pm
Pre booking is required. Please call 613.827.8775 to make your appointment or book online https://www.pefht.ca/online-booking.php.
Flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines are also available at participating pharmacies, through some family doctors and nurse practitioners, and public health clinics. Residents are encouraged to check their eligibility and make an appointment to stay protected.
For more information on vaccine eligibility and where to receive flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccinations, visit Hastings Prince Edward Public Health (HPEPH) or speak with your health-care provider.
HPEPH is encouraging residents to take proactive steps to protect themselves and their loved ones this respiratory illness season.
Flu Vaccine:
Individuals aged 6 months and older are eligible for the flu vaccine. This vaccine is especially important for seniors 65+, children under 5, people with chronic conditions, and health-care workers.
This vaccine reduces the risk of severe flu/hospitalization, protects vulnerable family members, and keeps communities safe.
COVID-19 Vaccine:
Individuals aged 6 months and older are able to receive the vaccine. This vaccine is especially important for those with underlying conditions, seniors, and health-care workers.
This vaccine helps prevent severe illness, hospitalization, and death.
RSV Vaccine:
This vaccine is for infants up to 12 months of age and high-risk toddlers up to 24 months of age, pregnant individuals, and certain high-risk adults aged 60 years and older.
This vaccine protects from severe respiratory illness.