Canada/ Vaccination campaign kicks off on October 16 in Sorel-Tracy

Published on 15/10/2024 | La rédaction

Canada

Vaccination clinics against respiratory viruses (influenza, COVID-19) at the Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux (CISSS) de la Montérégie-Est will start on October 16, and again this year will be by appointment only.

As in previous years, these vaccines remain free of charge for the entire population. Vulnerable or at-risk individuals are invited to book an appointment now on ClicSanté.ca or by calling 1 877 817-5279. It is possible to receive both vaccines simultaneously.

Four points of service offer free vaccination on the territory of the CISSS de la Montérégie-Est, including one in Sorel-Tracy, at Les Promenades de Sorel (450, boul. Poliquin).

"To limit the spread of viruses and better protect vulnerable clienteles, the public is invited to follow preventive measures, particularly those of basic respiratory hygiene, such as washing the face and mouth.To limit the spread of the virus and better protect vulnerable customers, the public is urged to follow basic respiratory hygiene measures, such as hand-washing or, in the presence of symptoms, limiting contact with other people or wearing a mask during social interactions. In the presence of fever, it is recommended to stay at home," emphasizes the CISSS in a press release.

People eligible for treatment against COVID-19 can be tested at the Promenades de Sorel point of service. Rapid screening tests are no longer offered there.

Source: les2rives.com/


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