Influenza immunization clinics will continue in Central Alberta throughout December.
Immunization is available free of charge to all Albertans six months of age and older.
Alberta Health Services says getting immunized each year reduces people’s chance of getting the flu and helps to avoid transmitting the virus to those at high risk.
People at the highest risk for severe illness and complications from influenza are children six to 23 months old, seniors 65 and older, long-term care residents, pregnant and breast-feeding women, and anyone who suffers from a chronic condition.
This week, clinics are scheduled in the following communities:
• Rocky Mountain House: Tuesday at 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Rocky Mountain House Lou Soppit Community Centre, 4901 54th St.
• Red Deer: Wednesday at 12:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Fred Vincent Wellness Centre at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre, 3942 50A Ave.
• Sylvan Lake: Wednesday at 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sylvan Lake Alliance Church, 4404 47th Ave.
• Red Deer: Thursday at 12:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Fred Vincent Wellness Centre at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre, 3942 50A Ave.
• Rimbey: Thursday at 12 to 6 p.m. at Rimbey Community Centre, 5109 54th St.
• Sundre: Thursday at 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Sundre Community Centre, 3-310 Centre St. North.
• Red Deer: Saturday at 12:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Fred Vincent Wellness Centre at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre, 3942 50A Ave.
• Red Deer: Saturday at 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., by appointment only, at Johnstone Crossing Community Health Centre, 300 Jordan Parkway. Call 403-356-6300.
Immunization will also be available at other clinics or by appointment at community health centres during December.
For a complete schedule and clinic details, visit www.albertahealthservices.ca or call Health Link Alberta, toll-free at 1-866-408-5465.