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 York University'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 Shoppers Drug Mart website. Refer to this link 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