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Vaccination against respiratory viruses

Vaccination against respiratory viruses helps you stay healthy and limit the spread of infections. By getting vaccinated, you can also help protect your loved ones from serious complications.

Talk to your local pharmacist today to schedule your vaccination.

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Vaccines against respiratory viruses
The following vaccines against respiratory viruses are available to the public. Ask your local pharmacist if these vaccines are offered in store.

FLU

Flu is a highly contagious infection of the respiratory tract caused by the influenza virus. As the virus evolves constantly, it is recommended that you get vaccinated every year.

Recommended for

Everyone 6 months of age and older. People with a chronic illness, people aged 75 and over, and pregnant women.

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How to treat the flu

COVID-19

COVID-19 is an infection caused by the constantly evolving SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus. It is therefore recommended that you get vaccinated every year.

Recommended for

People aged 70 and over or with a weakened immune system or a chronic illness (e.g. diabetes, heart disease, etc.).

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The difference between cold, flu and COVID-19

COVID-19 is an infection caused by the constantly evolving SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus. It is therefore recommended that you get vaccinated every year.

Recommended for

People aged 70 and over or with a weakened immune system or a chronic illness (e.g. diabetes, heart disease, etc.).

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The difference between cold, flu and COVID-19

RSV

The respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a seasonal virus that circulates from fall to spring, affecting the respiratory system.

Recommended for

People aged 60 and over.

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Bronchiolitis caused by RSV

PNEUMOCOCCUS INFECTIONS

These infections are caused by the Streptococcus pneumonia bacteria.

Recommended for

People with a chronic illness or over 65.

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Causes, symptoms and treatment of pneumonia
The flu is a serious disease
The flu is a highly contagious infection that causes symptoms such as fever, cough, muscle aches and severe fatigue. For a healthy person, the flu will cause a lot of discomfort but will usually resolve without complications. For people with health issues, however, the flu can lead to hospitalization or even death. For these people, getting vaccinated every year is a good way to protect themselves against the flu.

Why get a flu shot?

  1. The flu is much more serious than the common cold and can lead to health complications.

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  2. The flu virus changes every year and so does the vaccine. For the best protection, you should get vaccinated every year.

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  3. Not everyone is well equipped to overcome the flu. Avoid spreading the flu to your loved ones with a flu shot.

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  4. It’s easy! Just visit your local pharmacy.

Who is most at risk?

Everyone can get the flu, including healthy adults. In fact, every year, 5-20% of adults will catch the virus.

However, some people are at higher risk of flu related complications:

  • People over 65+ years old and children under 5 years old
  • Pregnant women and those planning to become pregnant
  • Residents of long-time care facilities
  • People with chronic diseases such as diabetes
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The pharmacy services presented in this section are offered by Guardian, I.D.A. and Remedy'sRx pharmacists. The pharmacists are solely responsible for the professional activities carried out during the practice of pharmacy. These services are offered in participating pharmacies only. Certain fees and conditions may apply. 

* The information contained herein is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide complete information on the subject matter or to replace the advice of a health professional. This information does not constitute medical consultation, diagnosis or opinion and should not be interpreted as such. Please consult your health care provider if you have any questions about your health, medications or treatment.