Adult Immunizations

Many vaccines are recommended for adults, some of which are given free. All adults in British Columbia can get a booster of tetanus and diphtheria vaccine every ten years.

If you missed your basic series of vaccines in childhood, or depending on your health, age and other risk factors, you may also be able to get more free vaccines to protect against harmful diseases.

• Find out more about what vaccinations adults need (HealthLink BC)
• Review the BC Immunization Schedule (HealthLink BC)
• Read the five top reasons reasons to immunize (HealthLink BC)

• Public Health Centres
• Family physicians
• Nurse practitioners
• Certified pharmacists
• Private providers such as travel vaccination clinics

• Speak to a public health nurse at your local health centre
• HealthLink BC
• Canadian Public Health Association
• Public Health Agency of Canada
• HealthLinkBC Health Files

If you plan on travelling, it’s important to get the recommended or required immunizations before you go.

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The most effective way to prevent the spread of influenza is by getting the influenza vaccine, staying home when sick, and washing your hands regularly.

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We're undertaking a focused immunization strategy for people at the highest risk for monkeypox. Pre-exposure immunization will be offered for this group of people.

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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a virus that causes illness like a bad cold. It spreads easily from person to person, just like a cold.

RSV vaccines for pregnant individuals and older adults can be purchased through some pharmacies.

If you have received information from Interior Health about RSV protection for your newborn, please contact public health at your local community health centre.

Visit our RSV webpage to learn more