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Grey Bruce Public Health (GBPH) is encouraging residents to get a publicly funded COVID-19 vaccine and flu shot as soon as possible this respiratory illness season.
As of Oct. 30, 2023, the general public can receive the most recent, XBB-containing COVID-19 vaccine and this year’s influenza vaccine from their primary care provider or at a participating pharmacy. Residents facing barriers to getting vaccinated can also book an appointment to receive the vaccines at a Grey Bruce Public Health clinic.
“Staying up to date on vaccinations remains the best defence against both COVID-19 and the flu,” says Dr. Rim Zayed, physician consultant at Grey Bruce Public Health.
“Both the COVID-19 and influenza vaccines have been shown to be safe as well as effective at preventing severe disease, hospitalization, and death. Vaccination is particularly important for individuals considered high risk for developing serious complications from the flu or COVID-19, including adults aged 65 and up, residents of long-term care homes, people with underlying medical conditions, and First Nations residents.”
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