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Flu shot clinics start up Monday

North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit News Release ********************* The flu season is here and the Health Unit begins their flu shot clinics next week, with the first clinic in Sturgeon Falls on October 29.
North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit
News Release

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The flu season is here and the Health Unit begins their flu shot clinics next week, with the first clinic in Sturgeon Falls on October 29.

The full schedule of the Health Unit’s clinics is available online at healthunit.biz.

You can make an appointment at some clinics in North Bay, Sturgeon Falls or Parry Sound, or simply drop in at any of the clinics to get your flu shot.

 For an appointment at one of the clinics in North Bay or Sturgeon Falls, call 705.474.1400, ext. 2248 or email [email protected].

 You can make an appointment for Parry Sound clinics by calling 705.746.5801, ext. 3221, or emailing [email protected].

For more information about influenza vaccines, visit the Health Unit website healthunit.biz, call 705-474-1400, or toll free-1-800-563-2808.

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“The annual flu shot boosts your natural immune system. It is free for anyone in Ontario who is over 6 months of age and is available from some physicians and pharmacists, as well as our Health Unit community clinics. Get your flu shot early to get the best protection for you and your family. ”
- Andrea McLellan Manager of Vaccine Preventable Diseases Program

Quick Facts

 Influenza is a common illness that spreads easily and can become very serious, especially for very young children, the elderly, or those with other health problems.

 To protect yourself and your family from the spread of influenza and other diseases this season:

o Make sure your whole family gets their flu shot every year

o Wash your hands for 20 seconds to remove germs and do it often every day

o Cough or sneeze into your sleeve or use a tissue

o Stay home when you are sick.

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