No matter how healthy you are, anyone can get the flu
The flu is a serious disease that spreads easily from person to person through coughing, sneezing, or having face-to-face contact. The flu spreads especially rapid on university campuses because we work, study and socialize so closely. Help promote a happy and healthy campus community by getting the flu shot.
The vaccine is safe, and it works
Getting the vaccine is still the best way to avoid catching the flu and prevent passing it on. The vaccine is safe; it contains killed influenza viruses that cannot cause the flu. Even if the vaccine doesn’t match the strain of flu going around, it provides some protection.
More resources about influenza, the vaccine, and other flu facts.
- ImmunizeBC for information about influenza, vaccination, and other diseases
- HealthLinksBC for myths and facts about influenza immunization
- Healthy Canadians for facts about the flu
- UBC Student Health for wellness and support
UBC Okanagan flu shot clinics
Flu shots will be available on Monday October 31st, Thursday November 1st, and Monday November 5th. All clinics will be held in UNC 200 (ballroom). Specific clinic times will be posted online at least one week before the clinics commence. Don’t forget to bring your BC Services Card and wear a short-sleeve shirt!
UBC Vancouver flu shot clinics
Vancouver clinics will run from October 24th to 26th in the atrium of the AMS Nest. Clinics will be on a first come, first serve basis from 8 am until 4 pm (even through the lunch hour).