Influenza is a respiratory virus infection that can lead to severe complications, especially in vulnerable individuals.
Vaccination helps prevent flu-related complications and hospitalizations, particularly in at-risk people. It stimulates the production of antibodies, which decrease over time, especially in older adults.
Vaccines are updated annually, based on the characteristics of predicted viral strains.
Who can receive the flu vaccine
The flu vaccine is free for everyone 6 months old and up.
It is particularly recommended for individuals at higher risk of complications, including:
- People aged 75 and older
- Individuals 6 months old or older with certain
chronic diseases - Residents of long-term care facilities (CHSLDs) or intermediate resources, regardless of age
- Pregnant women:
- At any stage of pregnancy, if they have certain chronic diseases
- Who are 13 weeks pregnant or more
- At any stage of pregnancy, if they have certain
Vaccination is also recommended for those who are likelier to transmit the flu to individuals at higher risk of complications, such as:
- Household members of children under 6 months old
- Household members of people 75 and older, individuals with chronic illnesses, or pregnant women
- Caregivers of CHSLD residents, individuals 75 and older, those with chronic illnesses, or pregnant women
- Healthcare personnel
Where to get vaccinated
| Address | Hours | |
| Côte Saint-Luc Local Point of Service | 6900 Boul. Decarie, Côte Saint-Luc, Québec H3X 2T8 | Monday to Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
| Parc-Extension Local Point of Service | 7101 Av du Parc, Montréal, Québec H3N 1X9 |
How to make an appointment
Appointments are strongly recommended.
- For ages 6 and older: Walk-ins are available, but appointments are preferred.
- For children under 6: Vaccination is by appointment only.
Book your appointment via Clic Santé or call 514-734-9911, option 3.
What to bring
- Your card for Medicare (RAMQ) or the IFH (Interim Federal Health Program), or some other form of official identification (driver's license or passport)
- Your vaccination record
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