Local healthcare partners encouraging residents to get their vaccine amid early respiratory illness season
Healthcare partners in Hastings and Prince Edward counties, Ontario, are urging residents to get vaccinated against flu, COVID-19, and RSV due to an early start to the respiratory illness season. This initiative aims to protect high-risk groups and prevent emergency rooms from becoming overwhelmed.
Why it matters
Public health campaigns promoting vaccination are vital for community well-being, especially during early and potentially severe illness seasons, as they help reduce hospitalizations, protect vulnerable populations, and maintain healthcare system capacity.
Early-season respiratory illnesses are hitting Hastings and Prince Edward counties, prompting a push for vaccinations.
Local health partners, including Quinte Health, Hastings-Quinte Community Paramedics, Southeast Public Health, and the Hastings Prince Edward Ontario Health Team are calling on residents to roll up their sleeves for their flu, COVID-19, and RSV shots.
Officials note that early immunization helps protect high-risk groups and prevents emergency rooms from getting overwhelmed.
Vaccines are available at local pharmacies and doctors’ offices, with at-home options for homebound residents.
You can read the full press release below:
Respiratory illnesses, including flu, have arrived early this year. Healthcare partners across Hastings and Prince Edward counties are encouraging residents to get their flu, COVID-19 and RSV vaccines to reduce their risk of serious illness.
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