Flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinics begin October 19

Vaccination clinics for influenza and COVID-19 will begin across Newfoundland and Labrador on Monday, October 19.

Residents can book appointments through Time for the Shot, or check with their primary care provider or local pharmacy for vaccine availability.

Both vaccines are considered safe and effective in reducing the spread of infection and the risk of severe illness. Residents can also receive their influenza and COVID-19 vaccines during the same appointment.

COVID-19 vaccine

The COVID-19 vaccine will be available to everyone six months of age and older, with a strong recommendation for people at higher risk of severe illness.

This includes:

• Adults aged 65 and older

• People living in congregate living settings

• People with weakened immune systems or chronic health conditions

• Pregnant people

• First Nations, Inuit and Métis people

Influenza vaccine

The influenza vaccine will also be available to everyone six months of age and older.

Those strongly encouraged to get vaccinated include:

• Adults aged 65 and older

• Children aged six months to five years

• People living in congregate living settings

• People with weakened immune systems or chronic health conditions

• Pregnant people

• First Nations, Inuit and Métis people

Healthcare workers and other care providers who have close contact with people at higher risk of severe illness are also encouraged to receive both vaccines this fall.

Residents can visit timefortheshot.ca for appointment information.