Each fall and winter, the rates of respiratory viruses such as influenza and COVID-19 increases.
COVID-19 and flu shots are now available at participating pharmacies, local public health units and primary care providers. Community members can visit the Shoppers Drug Mart at York Lanes on ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ's Keele Campus to receive vaccines.
This location is open every day from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. (closed on holidays), with both walk-ins and scheduled appointments available. To book an appointment, visit the . Refer to this for information related to vaccination locations close to Glendon and Markham campuses.
Anyone with new symptoms of illness, or who has recently tested positive for COVID-19, is advised to stay home and follow up with their primary care provider if needed.
SCHW@yuoffice.yorku.ca is available for students with questions about respiratory virus protocols, and ewb@yorku.ca is available for staff and faculty. The hours of operation for these resources are Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For more information regarding community health, visit the Communicable Diseases web page.
Tips to stay healthy during flu season
- stay up-to-date with vaccinations
- cover your cough or sneeze with your elbow or a tissue
- wash hands for at least 15 seconds or sanitize hands often
- clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces
- consider wearing a high-quality, well-fitting mask in crowded indoor public settings with poor ventilation, especially if you or people around you are at higher risk getting sick
- stay home if you are sick and follow applicable sick reporting protocol in your area