Flu and COVID-19 Vaccines Available for Booking in Nova Scotia as Cold and Flu Season Arrives

Influenza and COVID-19 vaccines are now available for booking in Nova Scotia as cold and flu season begins. Dr. Jesse Kancir, the province's Deputy Chief Medical Officer of Health, provided information on when the season is expected to intensify.

Cold and flu season has arrived in Nova Scotia, and residents can now book their influenza and COVID-19 vaccines. Editorial illustration

Dr. Jesse Kancir, the Nova Scotia Deputy Chief Medical Officer of Health, provided information regarding the arrival of the season and when it is expected to intensify.

With the onset of colder weather and increased circulation of respiratory viruses, the availability of both shots offers residents an opportunity to protect themselves. The Nova Scotia Department of Health is facilitating access to the vaccines as part of its seasonal public health efforts. Editorial illustration

Details on the rollout were covered by CBC News in a segment lasting 6:10.

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