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Nova Scotia Offers Free Flu, COVID, and RSV Shots
8 Oct
Summary
- Free influenza and COVID-19 vaccines are bookable for residents six months and older.
- RSV vaccines are available for infants and high-risk children starting October 25.
- Vaccines can be administered by doctors, pharmacies, public health, and mobile units.
As respiratory illness season approaches, Nova Scotians can now book complimentary influenza and COVID-19 vaccines. These immunizations are recommended for everyone aged six months and older, aiming to prevent severe illness and reduce the risk of serious complications. Dr. Robert Strang, Nova Scotia's Chief Medical Officer of Health, emphasized immunization's role in maintaining health and independence.
Starting October 25, 2026, vaccines for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) will be available. This includes infants born on or after May 1, 2026, who are under eight months old, and high-risk children under two years of age. The program extends until May 8, 2027. Newborns will be offered the RSV vaccine before hospital discharge, with other eligible infants and adults aged 75 and older able to book through primary care providers, pharmacies, or public health.
