In-school vaccination programs moved to clinics, doctors' offices in parts of Ontario

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Vaccines normally offered in school to Grade 7 students have been disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has seen thousands of students choose virtual lessons over in-person classes

This translation has been automatically generated and has not been verified for accuracy.Vaccines normally offered in school to Grade 7 students will instead be delivered at community clinics and doctors' offices in parts of Ontario, meaning parents will have to make arrangements to ensure their children are immunized.

In Ottawa and Toronto – two regions experiencing a surge in COVID-19 cases – public health officials say clinics will prioritize administering the flu vaccine this fall. A series of so-called catch-up clinics were also held throughout the summer to help families stay on top of vaccinations, but those were paused once schools reopened, it said.In Toronto, the HPV, Hepatitis B and Meningococcal disease vaccines will be available by appointment at clinics in the new year, though parents can also ask their health-care provider to administer it, public health officials said.

 

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