Seasonal influenza, often called the flu, is a serious infectious and contagious respiratory illness. You can spread the flu 24 hours before showing any symptoms and five days after symptoms begin.
Vaccination is the best protection against the flu.
Getting a flu vaccine is particularly important this year, not only for preventing the flu but also to stay healthy during respiratory illness season. Continue to wash your hands frequently, stay home when you are sick and follow provincial prevention guidelines.
- Flu Vaccine Information
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Find more information on flu vaccines on the BC Government website or HealthLinkBC.
Resources
- Community Vaccine Providers
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Please visit Immunization Information for Healthcare Professionals for more information.
- Other Community Vaccine Providers
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Contact your local Health Unit to find more information.
Where to get a flu vaccine in your community
The 2024-25 respiratory illness season has ended.
Public Health and Community Pharmacies Clinics
In the fall, invitations to book an appointment for COVID-19 and/or influenza vaccines will be sent through the Get Vaccinated system. If you haven’t already register online. Once registered, you will receive a text, phone call or e-mail when it’s your turn to book an appointment.
