REGINA — Saskatchewan residents can begin booking appointments to receive this year's flu vaccine.
Starting Oct. 10, flu shots will be administered at public health clinics, local pharmacies and some physician and nurse practitioner offices. The influenza vaccine is a safe and effective way to help stay healthy, prevent illness and save lives, says the Ministry of Health.
Seniors, people with chronic health conditions and/or compromised immune systems, children under the age of five, and pregnant women are among those considered most at risk of contracting influenza. High-risk groups are encouraged to get vaccinated as soon as possible.
Influenza vaccinations are available, free of charge, to any eligible resident of the province aged six months and older. Children aged six months to five years can only be immunized at a SHA public flu clinic, public health office or by a physician or nurse practitioner.
Residents will have the convenience of booking and receiving both their influenza and COVID-19 vaccines at the same appointment. The vaccine targeting the Omicron XBB.1.5 subvariant will be available as part of Saskatchewan's fall immunization program.
Getting your influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations is the best way to limit transmission rates this fall and winter.
Residents can book immunization for themselves or the entire family in one appointment through the SHA's online booking tool available at www.4flu.ca at any time or by calling 1-833-727-5829 Monday to Friday. If you have a preferred pharmacy, please contact them to ensure they are offering COVID-19 vaccinations.
All vaccinations are voluntary. For further information on influenza and COVID-19 symptoms and when to seek care, call HealthLine 811 or visit www.4flu.ca.
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