Black Health and Wellness Immunization Clinics in Northern and Western zones

Culturally specific Black Health and Wellness Immunization Clinics enable people of African descent to receive vaccinations in a place that feels familiar and respectful. Appointments are not needed to attend Black Health and Wellness Immunization Clinics, drop-ins are welcome. Although these clinics are culturally specific, all are welcome to attend.

The following Black Health and wellness Clinics will be held over the next week:

Community Credit Union Business Innovation Centre
5 Ratchford St., Amherst
Monday, Dec. 9 from 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Acaciaville United Baptist Church - CANCELLED
118 Acacia Valley Rd., Digby
Tuesday, Dec. 10 from 12 - 4 p.m.

Gibson Woods & District Community Centre
485 Gibson Woods Rd., Gibson Woods
Friday, Dec. 13 from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Ward One Recreation
487 Brother St., New Glasgow
Saturday, Dec. 14 from 12 - 4 p.m.

These clinics will offer the following services:

• COVID-19 Immunizations (ages 6 months and older)
• Standard influenza vaccines (ages 6 months to 64 years)
• Enhanced influenza vaccines (ages 65 and older)
• Pneumococcal vaccines (ages 65 and older, and those with high-risk health conditions)
• COVID-19 and influenza testing
• Interpretation services available

Find all upcoming Black Health and Wellness Immunization Clinics at www.nshealth.ca/Black-Public-Health. More clinics will be added as they are scheduled.

Please note:

• Vaccines and testing are free and available to all who meet eligibility requirements. 
• Please bring your health card if you have one. 
• Please dress accordingly as you may have to wait in line outside. 
• Clinics may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
• Vaccination clinics are healthcare environments and masks are required. A mask will be offered to you when you arrive.
• Public Health does not provide primary healthcare. You can learn more about Mobile Primary Care Clinics here.