Monthly Archives: August 2022

Catching up on School-based Vaccines

Posted on August 17, 2022 by Halton guest blogger

Can you believe we are halfway through August already? As you are gearing up for your children to start school, Halton Region is encouraging parents to ensure that their children’s vaccines are up-to-date. This includes Hepatitis B, Human Papillomavirus (HPV), and Meningococcal ACYW-135 vaccines. … Continue reading →

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Why should I vaccinate my young child against COVID-19?

Posted on August 2, 2022 by Maureen Harris, RN

On July 14th, Health Canada authorized the use of the Moderna Spikevax COVID-19 vaccine in children 6 months to 5 years of age. For many of you, this comes as a big relief. With many pandemic restrictions lifted and people no … Continue reading →