B.C.'S Flu Shot Campaign Off To A Record Start

The Province  says its efforts to get everyone a flu shot are paying off.

More than 630,000 people received their flu shots in the first 17 days of B.C.'s influenza immunization campaign, the highest number recorded in that timeframe.

Approximately 43% of those who received their flu shot got their COVID-19 fall booster at the same time.

And, for the first time, the Get Vaccinated system provides people with a record of their influenza vaccine in the Health Gateway.

There are four ways to get your flu shot:

1. Book an appointment at a health authority clinic or pharmacy through the provincial Get Vaccinated system.

2. Book an appointment by phoning the provincial call centre (toll-free): 1-833-838-2323.

3. Book an appointment with your primary health-care providers' office if they are providing flu shots.

4. Visit a pharmacy or health authority clinic offering walk-in appointments

For the first time this year, all seniors 65 and older can get a free enhanced influenza vaccine.

B.C. will distribute more than 1.9 million doses of influenza vaccines for this flu season, including more than 660,000 doses of the upgraded shots for seniors.