(Ed note: More clinics can be found here: https://www.nshealth.ca/PHMU#sites-map)
NSHA release:
Central Zone Public Health continues to support enhanced access to measles vaccination for those who are eligible. The following clinic will be held this week:
Public Health Office
7 Mellor Avenue, Unit 5., Dartmouth
Thursday, May 8 from 2 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
This clinic is open to the public and drop-ins are welcome, no appointments needed. First and second doses of the following vaccines will be offered:
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (MMRV)
- Measles, Mumps Rubella (MMR)
More details about this and other vaccine clinics across the province can be found at www.nshealth.ca/public-health-immunization-clinics.
Public Health Mobile Unit is also supporting measles vaccination in Central Zone, including upcoming clinics in Hubbards and Dartmouth; find out more at www.nshealth.ca/PHMU.
Routine vaccines are also available for free through primary care providers and participating pharmacies.
Additional Resources:
- Contact your local Public Health office: www.nshealth.ca/public-health
- Learn more about free, routine vaccines: www.nshealth.ca/immunizations
- Learn more about measles vaccination: www.nshealth.ca/measles
- Call 1-833-797-7772 to find clinics in your area
- Check your immunization records by downloading the YourHealthNS app or visiting https://vaxrecordns.nshealth.ca
- View a full list of routine vaccine schedules to see if you are eligible for a vaccine: https://novascotia.ca/dhw/cdpc/documents/Routine-Immunization-Schedules-for-Children-Youth-Adults.pdf
Information for all Public Health clinics:
- Please bring your health card with you, if you have one.
- Immunization clinics are healthcare environments. Masks are required and will be offered upon entry to the clinic.
- Clinics may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
