Public Health supporting measles vaccination in Elmsdale

Friday, May 9, 2025

Northern Zone Public Health is offering enhanced access to measles vaccination for those who are eligible. The following vaccines will be available at the clinics below: 

• Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (MMRV)

• Measles, Mumps Rubella (MMR)

These clinics are open to the public and welcome drop-ins, no appointments needed. 

More details about these 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 across the province; find out more at www.nshealth.ca/PHMU.

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

Clinic Details:

East Hants Family Resource Centre
224 Hwy. 214, Elmsdale (Room 104)
Monday, May 12 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wednesday, May 21 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

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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