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Starting Saturday, December 14, 2024, the entrance to the QEII Halifax Infirmary Emergency Department has changed to 1840 Bell Road. Learn more.

 

Please plan for extra travel time when coming to the QEII Halifax Infirmary. As of February 18, the easternmost, northbound lane of Robie Street will be closed for the duration of the Halifax Infirmary Expansion Project, leaving two lanes open. Expect potential delays and consider alternative routes when possible.

Important Information about Pneumococcal Disease and Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine

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English
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Public Health

This resource explains what pneumococcal disease is, what the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine is, who should get and not get the vaccine, and possible side effects and risks of the vaccine. This pamphlet is also available in French (13176). Renseignements importants sur l’infection pneumococcique et le vaccin conjugué contre le pneumocoque

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