City prepares for new wave of H1N1
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As H1N1 is expected to be the most prevalent strain of the influenza virus this year, Alberta is focusing its efforts on providing this vaccine to as many Albertans as possible.
"This vaccine has undergone rigorous testing processes and clinical trials around the world and is established to be safe," said Dr. André Corriveau, Alberta's chief medical officer of health. "Getting immunized is one of the most effective ways of preventing the spread of this virus."
Clinics will begin immunizing all Albertans over six months of age against H1N1 this week. High-risk groups are encouraged to get their immunization as soon as possible.
Alberta Health Services has been delivering the seasonal influenza vaccine for the past several weeks to people identified as high risk, as well as others who want it.
"These programs will shift their priority to H1N1 vaccine delivery," said Dr. Gerry Predy, senior medical officer of health for Alberta Health Services. "However, seasonal influenza immunization will still be available at these sites to those who want it."
Clinic timing may differ slightly in some areas. For detailed information on locations and times of H1N1 influenza immunization clinics near you, or to find out more information about high-risk groups that will receive priority immunization, visit www.albertahealthservices.ca or www.healthlinkalberta.ca, or call Health Link Alberta in Edmonton at 780-408-5465, or toll free at 1-866-408-5465.
