This week is Flu Prevention Week in Canada. Every year the flu shot serves as a first line of defence to protect the health of our community, and it is especially important during the COVID-19 pandemic.

About The Flu

• This flu is very contagious and can spread quickly and easily
• Some people with the flu only get mildly ill. Others, like those over 65 years and young children, can get very sick

Who Should Get The Flu Shot

• Everyone 6 months and older should get the flu shot, especially people at high risk of complications from the flu and people who can pass the flu to those at high risk

The Flu Shot Is Safe

• You can't get the flu from the flu shot
• Serious side effects from the flu shot are very rare

The Flu Shot Works

• Getting your flu shot is the most effective way to protect yourself against the flu and the severity of flu-related complications

Find out where to get your flu shot in the Town of Ajax and across the Region of Durham.