Edmonton influenza immunization clinics closing
January 28, 2010
EDMONTON – Edmonton’s last mass influenza immunization clinic – the East Edmonton Health Centre location – will be closed as of 8 p.m. tonight and will not be re-opening.
H1N1 and seasonal influenza immunization will continue to be available at the following public health centres (by appointment only):
- Bonnie Doon Health Centre (780-413-5670)
- Devon Public Health Centre (780-342-7069)
- East Edmonton Health Centre (780-342-4719)
- Evansburg & District Health Unit (780-727-2288)
- Fort Saskatchewan Health Unit (780-342-2366)
- Gibbons Health Unit (780-923-3700)
- Leduc Public Health Centre (780-980-4644)
- Mill Woods Health Centre (780-413-5685)
- Morinville Health Unit (780-939-3388)
- Northeast Community Health Centre (780-342-4020)
- Northgate Health Centre (780-342-2800)
- Spruce Grove & Stony Plain at WestView Public Health Centre (780-968-3700)
- St. Albert Public Health Centre (780-459-6671)
- Strathcona County Public Health Centre (780-342-4600)
- Twin Brooks Health Centre (780-413-5630)
- West Jasper Place Health Centre (780-342-1234)
- Woodcroft Health Centre (780-413-5720)
Some doctors’ offices and pharmacies also offer H1N1 and seasonal influenza immunization.
Individuals in high risk groups are encouraged to get a seasonal influenza immunization in addition to their H1N1 immunization. Seasonal influenza vaccine is also available at these clinics.
Immunization is the single best defense against influenza, and Alberta Health Services strongly recommends that all Albertans over six months of age get immunized.
Visit www.albertahealthservices.ca for more information, or, call Health Link Alberta to speak to a registered nurse 24 hours a day, seven days a week. In the Edmonton area, call 780-408-LINK (5465) or outside the local calling area, call toll free at 1-866-408-LINK (5465).
Alberta Health Services is the provincial health authority responsible for planning and delivering health supports and services for more than 3.5 million adults and children living in Alberta. Its mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans.
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