It is more important than ever to protect yourself from influenza (flu). It is recommended that everyone over the age of six months get the flu vaccine (flu shot). Learn more about influenza and the flu vaccine.
Where can I get a flu shot?
Southwestern Public Health is currently focused on delivering COVID-19 vaccine to the community. As such, the health unit will not be offering any public influenza clinics for the 2021/22 season.
- Anyone 6 months to up to 2 years of age will be directed to their primary care provider for a flu shot.
- If a child this age does not have a primary care provider, their parent/caregiver can call public health at 1-800-922-0096 to request an appointment, which may be arranged on a limited basis.
- Anyone aged 2 and older is encouraged to visit a participating pharmacy or their primary care provider to arrange a flu shot.
Visit www.ontario.ca/page/flu-facts for more details about Ontario's 2021/22 flu strategy, including how to prevent getting and spreading the flu, and where to find flu clinics across the province.