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Get immunized against respiratory viruses this fall

Health professionals: See more information on influenza, COVID-19 and RSV immunization.
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Why immunize?

These vaccines are the best way to protect yourself and the people around you against respiratory viruses.

Influenza

It’s recommended that all Albertans age 6 months and older get the influenza vaccine every year.

It's safe to receive both the COVID-19 and influenza vaccine at the same time. The COVID-19 and influenza vaccines are administered as separate doses, but you may choose to receive both immunizations at the same appointment.

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COVID-19

Everyone 6 months and older can get COVID-19 vaccine.

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)

RSV immunization is available for adults age 75 years and older living in the community and adults age 60 years and older who live in a continuing care or supportive living facility.

Pneumococcal

Pneumococcal immunization is available for some people based on age and medical conditions. It may be offered at the same time as influenza and/or COVID-19 immunization.

Preparing for your appointment

What you need to know before, during, and after an immunization appointment.

Consent for immunization

Use these consent forms if you are a parent or alternate decision-maker who cannot attend an immunization appointment with your child or person you are authorized to make decisions for. An alternate decision-maker could be an agent, guardian, specific decision-maker, or co-decision-maker.

  • The person being immunized must bring the completed and signed consent form to their appointment.
  • Alternate decision-makers must include (with the consent form) a copy of documents showing you are the person's authorized decision-maker.

These consent forms are for Alberta Health Services immunization programs only.

Illness comparison chart

Learn about the differences between COVID-19, influenza, the common cold, and gastrointestinal illness.

Current as of: October 7, 2024
Author: Provincial Immunization Program, Alberta Health Services
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