Category Archives: Teens and Vaccines

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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What you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccine for 5-11 year olds

Posted on December 8, 2021 by Halton guest blogger

With kids age 5-11 years of age now eligible for COVID-19 vaccines in Canada, many parents have questions around having their child vaccinated for COVID-19. You might find the decision to vaccinate your child more difficult than the decision to … Continue reading →

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School-based vaccines and your child

Posted on September 29, 2021 by Carolyn Wilkie, RN

These past 18 months have been a challenge for everyone, including Public Health Units across Ontario. Throughout the pandemic, we have been reminded of how important vaccines are to protect ourselves and our community against serious illness and disease. Halton … Continue reading →