Calgary vaccination clinics update

January 11, 2010

CALGARY – Calgary’s three influenza vaccination clinics will continue offering H1N1 vaccine the week of January 11th to all individuals over six months of age. These clinics are scheduled to operate from Monday to Saturday through January 16th.

Please be advised of the following clinic hours and locations:

Friday, January 8th and Saturday, January 9th – Clinics open from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Monday, January 11th to Thursday, January 14th – Clinics open from noon to 7 p.m.

Friday, January 15th and Saturday, January 16th – Clinics open from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

For individuals in high risk groups, seasonal influenza vaccine is also available at these clinics.

Future AHS vaccination clinic dates and locations will be scheduled according to demand seen in our clinics over the next week. Details will be announced as finalized.

Vaccination is the single best defense against influenza, and AHS strongly recommends that all Albertans over six months of age get vaccinated.

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 Calgary area, call 403-943-LINK (5465) or outside the local calling area, call toll free at 1-866-408-LINK (5465).

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