FLU VACCINES – BRITISH COLUMBIA

Pharmasave pharmacies will be providing the flu vaccine starting on October 11, 2022.

This year, you will receive an invite to book your influenza (flu) vaccine through the BC government’s Get Vaccinated system. When you receive your invitation, find your local Pharmasave and book your appointment. If you registered for the COVID-19 vaccine, there is no need to re-register to receive an invite for the influenza vaccine.

If you have not yet registered, please visit the Get Vaccinated page to register. Once you receive your invitation use it to book your appointment at your local Pharmasave.

An invitation to book an appointment is not necessary to receive your flu vaccine. Please contact your local Pharmasave for more details as many do provide drop-in vaccinations. Drop-ins and appointments are subject to vaccine and staff availability.

Prepare For Your Appointment

• If you have COVID-19, COVID-19 symptoms or have been told to self-isolate, please do not come to the pharmacy. Contact the pharmacy to reschedule your appointment for when you are well.
• Bring your health card with you to the pharmacy.
• Wear loose clothing with short sleeves. Vaccines given by injection will be given in your upper arm.
• You may be asked to wear a mask or face covering when receiving your flu vaccine.
• After your vaccine you will be asked to wait in the pharmacy for 15 minutes or as determined by the pharmacist.
• You may be asked to complete a consent form, or you may be asked to provide verbal consent to receive the flu vaccine.