NSHA release:
Culturally specific Black health and wellness immunization clinics enable people of African descent to receive vaccinations in a place that feels familiar and respectful.
Appointments are not needed to attend these clinics. Drop-ins are welcome. Although these clinics are culturally specific, all are welcome.
The following Black health and wellness clinics will be held next week in Central Zone:
New Horizons Baptist Church
5457 Nora Bernard St., Halifax
Tuesday, Nov. 26 from 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
New Beginnings Ministries
26 Cherry Brook Rd., Dartmouth
Friday, Nov. 29 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
The Islamic Association of Nova Scotia
42 Leaman Dr., Dartmouth
Saturday, Nov. 30 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Ummah Masjid Community Centre
2510 St. Matthias St., Halifax
Saturday, Nov. 30 from 2:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
The clinics will offer the following services:
- COVID-19 Immunizations (ages six months and older)
- Standard influenza vaccines (ages six months to 64 years)
- Enhanced influenza vaccines (ages 65 and older)
- Pneumococcal vaccines (ages 65 and older, and those with high-risk health conditions)
- COVID-19 and influenza testing
- Interpretation services will be available
- The clinics on Nov. 26 and 29 will offer blood pressure testing.
Find all upcoming Black health and wellness immunization clinics at www.nshealth.ca/Black-Public-Health. More clinics will be added as they are scheduled.
Please note:
- Vaccines and testing are free and available to all who meet eligibility requirements.
- Please bring your health card if you have one.
- Please dress accordingly as you may have to wait in line outside.
- Clinics may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
- Vaccination clinics are healthcare environments and masks are required. A mask will be offered to you when you arrive.
- Public Health does not provide primary healthcare. You can learn more about Mobile Primary Care Clinics here.
