Seasonal and H1N1 Flu Clinics
Every fall, Ontario offers vaccinations to help protect people from the seasonal flu. This year, two vaccines have been developed - one for seasonal flu and one for H1N1 flu.
Influenza Self-Assessment Tool
A new online tool by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care that uses a series of questions to help identify flu symptoms and provide guidance on what to do next. This tool is intended to provide guidance only and is not intended to provide medical advice about the treatment of an individual.
Free H1N1 and Seasonal Flu Vaccination Clinics for the General Public
H1N1 and seasonal flu vaccines may be available through your local health unit during immunization clinics or by appointment. For more information, please contact the health unit in your area.
South West Public Health Units
Before Attending a Vaccination Clinic
For those eligible to receive the vaccine, here are some things to consider when attending a clinic (compiled by the Middlesex-London Health Unit):
- Bring your health card or driver’s license;
- Wear a short-sleeved shirt;
- Don’t skip a meal before attending;
- Considering attending in the second half of the clinic as clinics tend to be very busy at the beginning;
- Come dressed for the weather in case the line extends outside;
- Bring something for kids to play with and eat in case there is a lineup;
- If the line is long, consider having one adult wait in the line. That person can call the kids or more vulnerable person to come as they are approaching the vaccination area.
Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Resources
Public Health Agency of Canada
Infection Control - It's in your hands
Proper hand hygiene is the single most effective way to prevent the spread of communicable diseases and infections, such as influenza. To learn more about correct methods of hand hygiene, see Hand Hygiene Resources
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