Public Health supporting measles vaccination in Central Zone

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Central Zone Public Health continues to support enhanced access to measles vaccination for those who are eligible. The following clinic will be held this week:

Public Health Office
7 Mellor Avenue, Unit 5., Dartmouth
Thursday, May 8 from 2 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

This clinic is open to the public and drop-ins are welcome, no appointments needed. First and second doses of the following vaccines will be offered:

• Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (MMRV)

• Measles, Mumps Rubella (MMR)

More details about this and other vaccine clinics across the province can be found at www.nshealth.ca/public-health-immunization-clinics.

Public Health Mobile Unit is also supporting measles vaccination in Central Zone, including upcoming clinics in Hubbards and Dartmouth; find out more at www.nshealth.ca/PHMU.

Routine vaccines are also available for free through primary care providers and participating pharmacies. 

Additional Resources: 

• Contact your local Public Health office: www.nshealth.ca/public-health

• Learn more about free, routine vaccines: www.nshealth.ca/immunizations

• Learn more about measles vaccination: www.nshealth.ca/measles

• Call 1-833-797-7772 to find clinics in your area

• Check your immunization records by downloading the YourHealthNS app or visiting https://vaxrecordns.nshealth.ca

• View a full list of routine vaccine schedules to see if you are eligible for a vaccine: https://novascotia.ca/dhw/cdpc/documents/Routine-Immunization-Schedules-for-Children-Youth-Adults.pdf

Information for all Public Health clinics:

• Please bring your health card with you, if you have one.
• Immunization clinics are healthcare environments. Masks are required and will be offered upon entry to the clinic.
• Clinics may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

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