Fight the Flu: book your immunization today.
27 October 2023
Dr. Narmin Kassam, Department of Medicine Chair, Dr. Brenda Hemmelgarn, Dean of College of Health Sciences, Dr. Tom Stelfox, Deputy Dean, and Dr. Lawrence Richer, Vice Dean Research, lead by example in getting their flu shot. Let's protect ourselves and others!
More information from Alberta Health Services:
- Week 4 (Oct 30 - Nov 3) Schedule of the Flu Campaign
- What to Bring and Other Information
- WHS Staff Influenza Immunization Schedule: Oct. 11 - Nov. 3, 2023
- Memo: Immunization Campaign and COVID Vaccine
Rexall pharmacies at U of A
UA Hospital (UAH) Rexall and Kaye Edmonton Clinic (KEC) Rexall now have both XBB vaccine formulations (Pfizer and Moderna) available. No appointment necessary. Drop in at their kiosk or pharmacy location to receive your shot. Spread the word.
Flu Shots for U of A Community Members
Flu shots are available at the University Health Centre (UHC) and UHC Pharmacy in SUB. Book your visit today.
Flu Campaign Stats
Week One: 2,495 immunizations
- Up by 672 compared to same time last year
- Many staff continue to take the Rapid Test kits when offered
Week Two: 3,994 immunizations
- Almost 4,000 have been immunized, compared to a total of 5,500 last year. We are well ahead of last year, with two more weeks to go.
- Both onsite Rexall pharmacies ran out of the COVID vaccine by Day 2 of their campaign. They delivered 300 doses; 80% of those being immunized were staff.
Week Three: 5,008 immunizations
- Last year, a total of 5,500 immunizations were completed in 5 weeks.
Posters
If you would like to put up flu posters your office area, click on the images below.
