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Everyone 6 months of age and older should get an influenza vaccine every year.
A fall booster dose is recommended for everyone 5 years of age and older.
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Date last reviewed:
Wednesday, Nov 01, 2017
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Health unit finder
Influenza (flu) clinic locator
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Vaccination scheduler tool (for children up to 6 years)
Vaccination status indicator (school-age children)
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Provincial health officer’s statement on influenza-related deaths in children, youth
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