Public Health continues to support measles vaccination in Central Zone

Thursday, April 3, 2025

Central Zone Public Health is offering enhanced access to measles vaccination for those who are eligible. The following vaccines are available at the clinics below: 

• Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (MMRV)

• Measles, Mumps Rubella (MMR)

These clinics are open to the public and welcome drop-ins, no appointments needed. 

More details about these and other vaccine clinics across the province can be found at www.nshealth.ca/public-health-immunization-clinics. Public Health Mobile Unit is also supporting measles vaccination in Central Zone; find out more at www.nshealth.ca/PHMU.

Routine vaccines are also available for free through primary care providers and participating pharmacies. 

Clinic Details:

Kingswood Elementary
34 Vrege Ct., Hammonds Plains 
Saturday, April 5 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. 

Oceanview Elementary
51 Oceanview School Rd., Eastern Passage
Saturday, April 5 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. 

Cole Harbour District High School
2 Chameau Cr., Dartmouth
Sunday, April 6 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. 

George P. Vanier Junior High
1410 Fall River Rd., Fall River
Sunday, April 6 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. 

Additional Resources: 

• Contact your local Public Health office: www.nshealth.ca/public-health

• Learn more about free, routine vaccines: www.nshealth.ca/immunizations

• Learn more about measles vaccination: www.nshealth.ca/measles

• Call 1-833-797-7772 to find clinics in your area

• Check your immunization records by downloading the YourHealthNS app or visiting https://vaxrecordns.nshealth.ca

• View a full list of routine vaccine schedules to see if you are eligible for a vaccine: https://novascotia.ca/dhw/cdpc/documents/Routine-Immunization-Schedules-for-Children-Youth-Adults.pdf

Information for all Public Health clinics:

• Please bring your health card with you, if you have one.
• Immunization clinics are healthcare environments. Masks are required and will be offered upon entry to the clinic.
• Clinics may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

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