Submitted by Mary Woodworth, RN, Albert County Community Health Centre
Flu season typically runs from October until March each year, peak time being December until February. That mean the time is now! That being said, there are a few things you can do to help avoid getting sick, stay healthy, and/or reduce your symptoms if you do!
Flu season typically runs from October until March each year, peak time being December until February. That mean the time is now! That being said, there are a few things you can do to help avoid getting sick, stay healthy, and/or reduce your symptoms if you do!
- Stay at home when you are sick, to prevent passing the virus.
- Eat nutritious foods. Choose a well-balanced diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables and immune supporting nutrients like Vitamin C.
- Drink plenty of fluids to stay well hydrated.
- Get enough sleep.
- Stay active and try to manage stress.
- Get your flu vaccine!
Getting the flu vaccine may not always prevent you from getting the virus, but it will lessen the severity of the illness if you do. That is very important, especially to those who are more vulnerable, like people with chronic illness or seniors.
The flu vaccine is publicly funded to all NB residents starting at 6 months of age - that means you can get it for free!
The Albert County Community Health Centre Flu Campaign 2026 dates are as follows:
We will also have the Covid 19 vaccine available for those aged 12 and up.
The above dates are walk in. No appointment necessary. Please bring your NB Health care card.
The ACCHC also offers other publicly funded vaccines: The Pneumococcal vaccine, Prevnar 20, is available to those 65+. The RSV vaccine, Abrysvo, is available to those 75+.
Prevnar 20 and Abrysvo are a one -time only vaccine. No booster or seasonal dose required. Please discuss with your health care provider if these vaccines are best for you.
Contact the Albert County Community Health Centre for more information or to arrange an appointment if one of those times don't work for you call us at 506- 882-3100. Hours of operation are Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 pm.
The flu vaccine is publicly funded to all NB residents starting at 6 months of age - that means you can get it for free!
The Albert County Community Health Centre Flu Campaign 2026 dates are as follows:
- October 21st and 22nd- 10 am until 6 pm at the Albert County Community Health Centre
- October 28th– 10 am until 6 pm at the Surrey Valley Baptist church in Hillsborough
- October 29th- 2 pm until 6 pm at the Activity Centre in Alma
- October 23 to December 20th – Every Friday afternoon from 1 pm until 3:30 pm at The Albert County Community Health Centre.
We will also have the Covid 19 vaccine available for those aged 12 and up.
The above dates are walk in. No appointment necessary. Please bring your NB Health care card.
The ACCHC also offers other publicly funded vaccines: The Pneumococcal vaccine, Prevnar 20, is available to those 65+. The RSV vaccine, Abrysvo, is available to those 75+.
Prevnar 20 and Abrysvo are a one -time only vaccine. No booster or seasonal dose required. Please discuss with your health care provider if these vaccines are best for you.
Contact the Albert County Community Health Centre for more information or to arrange an appointment if one of those times don't work for you call us at 506- 882-3100. Hours of operation are Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 pm.
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