Routine IT maintenance on Wednesday, December 17 will cause service interruptions between midnight and 6:00am affecting the YourHealthNS app and on-line appointment booking including COVID-19 testing, blood collection, X-Ray, EKG and the Need a Family Practice Registry. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Public Health supporting infant RSV and all-ages influenza immunization in Amherst
Northern Zone Public Health is holding an immunization clinic in Amherst for individuals who do not have access to a family doctor, nurse practitioner, or family practice nurse.
Immunizations offered will include:
- Infant RSV for infants under 8 months old and babies/toddlers under 24 months at higher risk of severe illness from RSV
- Influenza for anyone aged 6 months and older
Clinic Details:
Amherst Public Health Office
18 South Albion St., Amherst
Monday, Dec. 15 from 3-6 p.m.
Appointments are required. Please call 902-667-3319 to book. Clinics fill quickly; early booking is recommended. If transportation assistance is needed, please advise when scheduling your appointment.
For information on vaccine eligibility and recommended timelines, check the Routine Vaccine Schedule: https://novascotia.ca/dhw/cdpc/documents/Routine-Immunization-Schedules-for-Children-Youth-Adults.pdf
More information about routine vaccination can be found here: www.nshealth.ca/immunizations.