Appointment booking begins today for influenza and COVID-19 immunizations 

Posted on 8 October 2024 by Ryan Dahlman

Saskatchewan residents can start booking their appointments for Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) immunization clinics to receive this year’s influenza and COVID-19 vaccines. Appointments can be booked through the SHA Patient Booking System found at http://www.4flu.ca, or by calling 1-833-727-5829.

Immunization clinics will start the week of October 15 at multiple locations across the province.

“Getting immunized is crucial in the fight against respiratory illness and will work to keep not only you but also your loved ones healthy,” said Dr. Tania Diener, SHA Medical Health Officer.  “We encourage everyone to receive their vaccines as soon as possible.”

Influenza and COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective ways to help everyone stay healthy and prevent illness. It is safe to receive both vaccinations at the same visit. Getting your influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations is the best way to limit transmission rates this fall and winter.

Seniors, people with chronic health conditions and/or compromised immune systems, children under the age of five, and pregnant women are among those considered most at risk of contracting a respiratory illness. High-risk groups and their caregivers are encouraged to get vaccinated as soon as possible. High-dose influenza vaccine is available for all Saskatchewan residents 65 years of age and older.

Influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations are available, free of charge, to residents of the province aged six months and older. Children aged six months to five years can only be immunized at a SHA public flu clinic, public health office or by a physician or nurse practitioner.

Residents can book immunizations for themselves and up to five family members in one appointment through the SHA Patient Booking System at http://www.4flu.ca or by calling 1-833-727-5829 Monday to Friday. Influenza (flu) and COVID-19 immunization will also be available at participating local pharmacies and some physician and nurse practitioner offices. If you have a preferred pharmacy, please contact them to ensure they are offering influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations. 

For further information on influenza and COVID-19 symptoms and when to seek care, call HealthLine 811 or visit http://www.4flu.ca.