Influenza in Lambton
Lambton Public Health is following Ontario’s Ministry of Health’s updated direction for this respiratory illness season where pharmacies and health care providers will be the primary source for flu vaccines, with local health units focusing on specific priority populations.
Who is Eligible and When?
Starting in early October, the flu vaccine will be available for high risk individuals, including hospitalized individuals, hospital staff, and residents and staff in long term care homes, followed by those in other congregate settings, and individuals ages 65 years and older.
The influenza vaccine will be available starting Monday, Oct. 28, for the general public ages six (6) months and older.
Where Can You Get the Vaccine?
This fall, Lambton Public Health will be offering pediatric clinics for children as well as mobile clinics focused on specific populations such as First Nations communities and homebound individuals.
Pediatric clinics will begin on Thursday, Oct. 17 for children ages 6 months to 4 years of age, who are at highest risk of complications from the flu. Pediatric clinics will open to older children beginning October 28. To book your child in for a vaccine with Lambton Public Health, please call 519-383-8331.
Lambton Public Health is not holding community clinics for adults. Adults can book their appointments through their local pharmacy or health care provider. Please be reminded that only priority populations will be eligible for the vaccines through both pharmacies and healthcare providers until Monday, Oct. 28.
Vaccine Fact Sheet
Staying informed and up to date with vaccinations continues to be the best defense against influenza.