SEVERAL health authority clinics throughout the province are offering additional walk-in influenza immunizations on December 9, 10 and 11 as part of government’s efforts to support people and families with children to get vaccinated before the holidays.

To find a nearby clinic, as well as when it will be welcoming walk-ins, visit the following health authority links:

* Island Health:
https://www.islandhealth.ca/learn-about-health/flu-influenza/where-get-flu-vaccine

* Vancouver Coastal Health:
http://www.vch.ca/covid-19/covid-19-vaccine#clinics

* Fraser Health:
https://www.fraserhealth.ca/health-topics-a-to-z/immunizations/flu-shots/getting-your-flu-shot#.Y4_NycvMKUl

* Interior Health:
https://www.interiorhealth.ca/health-and-wellness/immunization-and-vaccines/influenza-flu-vaccines#walk-in-influenza-vaccine-available-for-families-with-children

* Northern Health:
https://www.northernhealth.ca/health-topics/covid-19-and-influenza-flu-immunization-clinics

There is no need to call ahead or make an appointment. Simply show up with your BC Services Card. If an appointment is preferred, one can be made through the Get Vaccinated system.

Those who also need a COVID-19 immunization can likely get it at the same time.

Influenza and COVID-19 immunizations are free for everyone six months and older.

Vaccination is safe. Any side-effects are typically very mild and go away on their own within a few days, says the Province.

Learn More:

To learn more about the influenza vaccines, visit:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/immunizations/flu
and https://immunizebc.ca/influenza

To register with the Get Vaccinated system, visit:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/covid-19/vaccine/register

For more information about COVID-19 booster doses, visit:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/covid-19/vaccine/booster

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