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Public Health providing community-based immunization and testing in Nova Scotia
Public Health supports access to COVID-19 and influenza testing, and COVID-19, influenza and measles immunization across the province. To help ensure all Nova Scotians have access to these important services, Public Health will be holding testing and immunization clinics next week. All upcoming clinics can be found online at www.nshealth.ca/PHMU.
Clinics with testing provide on-site PCR testing for COVID-19 and influenza and/or give out COVID-19 rapid test kits. Measles testing is not available at any clinics. Unless otherwise noted, drop-ins and booked appointments are welcome. If you’d like to book a testing appointment, visit www.nshealth.ca/coronavirustesting or call 1-833-797-7772.
Clinics with immunization offer COVID-19, influenza and measles vaccines. Appointments may be booked, drop-in only, or a combination of both. Please see specific clinic details in the listings below. To book an appointment, visit novascotia.ca/vaccination or call 1-833-797-7772.
Learn more about these vaccines and eligibility:
Upcoming Clinics
Central Zone
Cobequid Community Health Centre
40 Freer Ln., Lower Sackville
Sunday, May 19 from 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Mobile Primary Care clinic also on site.
Drop-in only:
- COVID-19 Moderna vaccine for people ages 6 months and older
- Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:
- MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
- MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)
- Tdap (Tetanus) vaccine
- COVID-19 rapid test pick-up
Mic Mac Mall – COVID-19 Rapid Test Pick-up
21 Micmac Blvd., Dartmouth
Thursday, May 23 from 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Drop in to pick up COVID-19 rapid tests.
Booked appointments, COVID-19 and influenza PCR tests not available.
Canada Games Centre - COVID-19 Rapid Test Pick-up
26 Thomas Raddall Dr., Halifax
Friday, May 24 from 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Drop in to pick up COVID-19 rapid tests.
Booked appointments, COVID-19 and influenza PCR tests not available.
Eastern Zone
North Sydney Mall - COVID-19 Rapid Test Pick-Up
116 King St., North Sydney
Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Drop in to pick up COVID-19 rapid test kits.
Booked appointments, COVID-19 and influenza PCR tests not available.
Mayflower Mall - COVID-19 Rapid Test Pick-Up
800 Grand Lake Road, Sydney
Sunday, May 19 from 12 - 5 p.m.
Drop in to pick up COVID-19 rapid test kits.
Booked appointments, COVID-19 and influenza PCR tests not available.
Holy Family Parish Hall - Testing & Immunization Clinic
899 Main Street, Sydney Mines
Thursday, May 23 from 10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Booked or drop-in:
- COVID-19 Moderna vaccine (ages 6 months +)
- PCR testing for COVID-19 and flu
Book an appointment: Vaccines | Testing
Limited drop-in appointments may be available.
COVID-19 rapid tests available for pick-up.
Drop-in only:
- Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:
- MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
- MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)
Judique Community Centre - Testing & Immunization Clinic
5473 Trunk 19, Judique
Friday, May 24 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Booked or drop-in:
- COVID-19 Moderna vaccine (ages 6 months +)
- Influenza Vaccines (ages 6 months+)
- PCR testing for COVID-19 and flu
Book an appointment: Vaccines | Testing
Limited drop-in appointments may be available.
COVID-19 rapid tests available for pick-up.
Drop-in only:
- Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:
- MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
- MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)
Northern Zone
Maitland Fire Department - Testing Clinic
8802 Hwy. 215
Maitland, Nova Scotia
Thursday, May 23 from 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Offering PCR testing for COVID-19 and influenza.
Booked appointments and drop-ins welcome.
COVID-19 rapid tests available for pick-up.
Tatamagouche Fire Department - Testing & Immunization Clinic
202 Main Street, Tatamagouche
Friday, May 24 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Booked or drop-in:
- COVID-19 Moderna vaccine (ages 6 months +)
- PCR testing for COVID-19 and influenza
Book an appointment: Vaccines | Testing
Limited drop-in appointments may be available.
COVID-19 rapid tests available for pick-up.
Drop-in only:
- Tdap (Tetanus) vaccine
- Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:
- MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
- MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)
Western Zone
Western Kings Memorial Health Centre (Wilson Room) - Measles and COVID-19 Immunization
121 Orchard St., Berwick
Tuesday, May 21 from 1 – 4 p.m.
Booked Appointments: 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Drop-ins: 2:30 – 3 p.m.
- Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months and over)
- Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccines (ages 12 and over)
COVID-19 rapid tests available for pick-up.
Drop-in only (1 – 4 p.m.):
- Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:
- MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
- MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)
Annapolis Basin Conference Centre
761 Broadway Ave., Cornwallis Park
Tuesday, May 21 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Drop-in only.
- COVID-19 Moderna vaccine (ages 6 months +)
Vaccines for children who are eligible:
- MMRV (One dose at 12 and 18 months old)
Protecting against: measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chickenpox)
- DTaP-IPV-Hib (One dose at 2, 4, 6 and 18 months old)
Protecting against: diptheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis (whooping cough), polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b
- Tdap-IPV (One dose between 4-7 years old)
Protecting against: diptheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis (whooping cough) and polio
- VMMR *Two doses for adults born in or after 1970
Protecting against: measles, mumps and rubella
- Td (One dose every 10 years for adults)
Protecting against: tetanus and diphtheria
- Tdap (One dose during every pregnancy. If not previously given in adulthood, one dose 10 years after receiving a tetanus containing vaccine)
Protecting against: tetanus, diphtheria and acellular pertussis
New Germany Royal Canadian Legion - Measles and COVID-19 Immunization
44 Varner Road, New Germany
Wednesday, May 22 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
COVID-19 vaccine:
Booked Appointments: 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Drop-ins: 2:30 – 3 p.m.
- Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months and over)
- Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccines (ages 12 and over)
COVID-19 rapid tests available for pick-up.
Drop-in only (10 a.m. - 3 p.m.):
- Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:
- MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
- MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)
Blockhouse Fire Hall – Testing & Immunization Clinic
510 NS-325, Blockhouse
Thursday, May 23 from 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Booked or drop-in:
- COVID-19 Moderna vaccine (ages 6 months +)
- Influenza vaccine (ages 6 months+)
- PCR testing for COVID-19 and flu
Book an appointment: Vaccines | Testing
Limited drop-in appointments may be available.
COVID-19 rapid tests available for pick-up.
Drop-in only:
- Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:
- MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
- MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)
Island & Barrington Fire Department - Measles and COVID-19 Immunization
1085 Hwy. 330, Centreville
Thursday, May 23 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
COVID-19 vaccine:
Booked Appointments: 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Drop-ins: 1:30 – 2 p.m.
- Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months and over)
- Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccines (ages 12 and over)
COVID-19 rapid test kits available for pick-up.
Drop-in only (11 a.m. - 2 p.m.):
- Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:
- MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
- MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)
South Shore Centre – Testing Clinic
421 Lahave Street, Bridgewater
Friday, May 24 from 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Offering PCR testing for COVID-19 and influenza.
Booked appointments and drop-ins welcome.
COVID-19 rapid tests available for pick-up.
Please note:
- Vaccines and testing are free and available to all ages that meet eligibility requirements.
- Please bring your health card with you if you have one.
- Immunization and testing clinics are healthcare environments. Masks are required and will be offered upon entry to the clinic.
- You may have to wait in line outside; please dress accordingly.
- Clinics may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
- Unless otherwise noted, COVID-19 rapid test kits will be available at immunization clinics.
Do you have a COVID-19 symptom? Get tested right away! Early detection is key when it comes to being considered for COVID-19 medication. Please complete the Report and Support form when you book a COVID-19 PCR test or have a positive COVID-19 rapid test.
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