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IMPORTANT NOTICES:
HPV
- Grade 8 girls who started their HPV vaccination series between September 2010 and September 1, 2011 may complete any missed doses of the HPV vaccine (3 required) during their Grade 9 year.
- The missed doses will be provided at no cost and can be received at the weekly immunization clinic.
TB SKIN TESTING
- The Health Unit does not provide TB skin tests for screening purposes for school or employment. TB skin testing is only available to those who are contacts of TB cases.
- Click here for more information about TB skin tests. Please speak with your health care provider if you need the test.
ZOSTAVAX
- Due to issues at the manufacturer, the Zostavax® vaccine (for shingles) is in limited supply at this time. Please contact the Health Unit to inquire about availability; 625-8810 or 1-888-294-6630, ext. 8810
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The Wednesday walk-in clinic is open to anyone over the age of one year and is available for routine immunizations only. For travel clinic information, click here.
Click on the links below to learn more:
When is the clinic open?
The clinic is open on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 6:00 pm. The clinic is located at 999 Balmoral Street.
There is a bus stop right in front of the Health Unit
- From the City Hall station, take the East End (#12) or the James (#8).
- From the Water Street station, take the Memorial (#3) or the Mainline (#1) to Intercity Mall and then transfer to the James (#8).
- Take the Crosstown (#2) to the City Hall station and stay on that bus because it then becomes the East End (#12).
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Do I need to make an appointment?
No appointments are necessary. This is a walk-in clinic. Clients are served on a first-come, first served basis. Due to the high volume, there is a possibility that we will have to turn clients away. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
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Do children need parental consent?
A signed or verbal consent by the parent or guardian is needed for all children under the age of sixteen. Parents and guardians are the only adults who can give consent.
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Should I bring my yellow card?
Please bring your yellow immunization card if you have one. The nurses wll update the card for your records. The Health Unit has a record of all immunizations given by Health Unit staff.
It is important to know that your health care provider does not automatically inform the Health Unit when you are given a vaccine. It is the responsibility of an individual, or a parent/guardian, to let the Health Unit know of any immunizations received from a health care provider. Click here for more information on how to give the Health Unit information on vaccinations you may have received from another health care provider.
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What is a routine immunization?
A routine immunization is one that is provided free-of-charge to all Ontario residents, according to a set immunization schedule. Immunizing according to a schedule maximizes your protection from serious vaccine-preventable diseases.
Immunizing on schedule gives your child the best immunity possible and lasts throughout childhood. Booster doses are required for some vaccines
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Do I need to bring my immunization card?
You are encouraged to bring in a record of your previous immunizations. The nurses will review your record and they will also add any new vaccines you receive at the clinic.
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Can I get a TB skin test?
In general, the Health Unit does not provide TB skin tests for screening purposes for school or employment. TB skin testing is only available to those who are contacts of TB cases.
Click here for more information about TB skin tests. Please speak with your health care provider if you need the test.
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Do I have to pay for the vaccines?
Many vaccines are publicly funded by the Ontario government so they are offered free-of-charge.
There is a cost for some of the vaccines, so click here for a list of the most current vaccine fees.
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Where can I call for more information?
Please call the Vaccine Preventable Diseases program for more information at 625-5971 or 1-888-294-6630, ext. 5971.
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