Leeds and Grenville as of January 3
submitted by Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit
As of January 2, 2023 a total of 525,583 vaccinations have been administered in the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit (LGLDHU) region since Jan 2021.
2062 vaccines were administered over the last 2 weeks.
Vaccination Clinics
We have transitioned our community Covid-19 vaccine clinics into our offices and service sites (Brockville, Smiths Falls, Kemptville, Almonte, Gananoque). Most are during weekdays but there are a few Saturday clinics.
A list of upcoming clinics is available on our website along with the link for booking. This is a new link than in previous reports.
We encourage you to continue to check with a participating pharmacy or your health care provider.
Vaccine appointments for six months to five years of age MUST be made by calling the Vaccine Call Centre at 1-844-369-1234 Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm (NOT through the online booking system or the Provincial system).
Flu Vaccination
The flu shot prevents 40% of hospitalizations due to influenza in people 65+. If you know someone who has yet to get immunized, offer to support them in booking an appointment by helping them go online or providing them with the phone numbers so they can call and book their appointment, give them a ride, act as translator, provide them with credible information or let them know they can call us to speak with a public health nurse: Influenza – Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit
Flu vaccinations are not available at COVID-19 vaccine clinics – check with your local pharmacy or health care provider
Anyone over 2 years of age can get a flu shot at a participating pharmacy
Parents of children 6 months to 2 years can call the Health Unit for assistance in getting their child vaccinated if they do not have a primary care provider (1-800-660-5853)
Student Vaccination
Parents: School Immunization catch up clinics are continuing for grades 9-12. Students must bring a signed consent form back to school.
For more information on COVID-19 vaccines, visit the COVID-19 Protection and Vaccines section of our website.
