Immunization, Vaccine for Health Professionals
Due to COVID-19, the following services will be suspended until the end of January: follow ups on Adverse Events Following Immunization reports, vaccine distribution (other than COVID-19 vaccine) and support for inquiries related to routine immunization recommendations. Other services will continue at reduced capacity.
Flu shots
Influenza vaccination is particularly important during the COVID-19 pandemic. We encourage all healthcare professionals to make a strong recommendation for your patients to get the flu shot.
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Vaccine Site Onboarding
Steps to prepare for administering COVID-19 vaccines in your office -
Vaccine order / release
Order vaccines and review ordering requirements -
Immunization Delivery during COVID-19
Guidance for providing routine immunizations during the pandemic -
Seasonal Influenza
Ordering information, recommendations and COVID-19 guidance -
Report Adverse Events
Help monitor vaccine safety -
Excursions and Returns
How to handle a cold chain excursion or return vaccine -
Medical Advisories and Memos
Stay current with the latest vaccine changes, shortages, health alerts and advisories -
Travel Resources
Resources for travelling abroad
Vaccine Storage and Handling Guidelines
- Maintain a one-month supply of vaccine
- Review your average monthly usage of vaccine
- Avoid overcrowding of vaccine
- Rotate stock with every vaccine order
- Check vaccine expiry dates regularly
Tdap Information for Midwives
- The Tdap is recommended with every pregnancy
- One adult lifetime booster with Tdap is publicly funded for adults over 18 years and older
- Advise your clients to see their primary care provider or go to a walk-in clinic to get a Tdap
Resources
- Order resources to support patients and clinical resources
- Vaccination requirements for children attending a licensed child care centre, home or school
- Answering parents' questions about HPV vaccine
- Order HPV posters and postcards for your clients
- School vaccinations for grade 7 students
- Publicly funded immunization schedules and fact sheets
- Canadian Immunization Guide
- Updates to the Ontario Rotavirus Immunization Program: Product change to Rotarix™ vaccine
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