Respiratory Illness Immunizations

Respiratory season typically runs from December through April, around what is known as flu season. Information about how to schedule immunizations can be found on our Get Immunized page.

Vaccines for respiratory illnesses save lives and prevent illness by protecting individuals and communities for the spread of disease. Immunizations are safe and easy to get. 

An appointment is required for each person visiting an IH site like a public health unit to receive their influenza and COVID-19 immunization. Community pharmacies are the best option for most people 12 years of age and older seeking influenza and COVID-19 immunizations.

Refer to the trusted sources noted below for more information about the disease and approved vaccine(s).

For news and information, visit:

• Learn more about Seasonal Influenza (HealthlinkBC)
• 2025/26 "flu" season (HealthLinkBC)

For news and information, visit Pneumococcal conjugate (PCV 20) vaccine | HealthLink BC.

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