Note: Not all vaccines are free of charge; contact the Health Unit for more information.
|
Vaccine |
Who should receive it? |
Tetanus (Lockjaw) |
everyone, every 10 years |
Diphtheria |
everyone, every 10 years |
Whooping cough (Pertussis) |
everyone, once in adulthood |
Influenza |
everyone annually, 6 months of age and over |
Pneumococcal |
everyone 65 and older |
Hepatitis B |
people with medical, occupational or lifestyle risks and anyone who wants protection from hepatitis B |
Hepatitis A |
people with medical, occupational or lifestyle risks and anyone who wants protection from hepatitis A |
Meningococcal |
people with specific medical conditions and people living in communal residences, including students and military personnel |
Measles |
people who have not had the vaccine or the disease |
Mumps |
people who have not had the vaccine or the disease |
Rubella (German measles) |
people who have not had the vaccine or the disease |
Chickenpox (Varicella) |
people who have not had the vaccine or the disease |
HPV (Human Papillomavirus) |
people 9-45 years |
Shingles (Herpes Zoster) |
everyone 50+ (free for those aged 65- 70 years old) |
Travel vaccines |
varies by destination. Consult your health care provider. |