Those wishing to get a flu shot are asked to make an appointment through the TPH appointment booking system. Appointments for Toronto residents opened on October 26. So far, 4,000 spots are available, but more will be added weekly throughout the month. No ID or health card required. Anyone five years of age and older will be offered both the COVID-19 vaccine and the flu shot at their appointment. Torontonians six months of age and older can also get the flu shot through their primary care provider starting this month. Those aged two and over are eligible to get it at one of more than 700 participating pharmacies. On October 14th, Toronto Public Health launched its annual flu vaccination campaign. People in higher-risk settings, such as retirement homes, as well as people experiencing homelessness, were among the first to be offered the vaccine.
Starting today, flu shots are available to all Ontarians. More than 4000 pharmacies participate. It is important to get your flu shot to protect against what is expected to be a severe flu season. #Pharmacists can also administer the COVID vaccine at the same visit. Protect yourself. — Justin Bates (@justjbates) November 1, 2022 Typical flu symptoms, which can be similar to COVID-19 and other respiratory infections, include the sudden onset of high fever, chills, sore throat, cough and muscle aches. Recovery from the flu usually takes seven to 10 days. Those most vulnerable to the severe effects of the virus include adults age 65 and older, people with chronic health conditions, people with neurological or neurodevelopmental conditions, residents of nursing homes and chronic care facilities, children six months to five years old, pregnant people and indigenous peoples. People should clean their hands frequently, avoid touching their eyes, nose, and mouth with unclean hands, cover their coughs and sneezes, and wear a mask indoors in public or crowded places for prevent the spread of the virus. Toronto flu shot clinics are located at Cloverdale Mall, 250 The East Mall. Crossroads Plaza, 2625 Weston Rd.; East York Town Center, 45 Overlea Blvd.; Eglinton Square, 1 Eglinton Square; Metro Hall (Wellington Street Entrance), 214 Wellington St. W.? and Mitchell Field Community Center. 89 Church Ave. -with files from CP24’s Kerrisa Wilson
