Booster Shots: Where To Get Yours In New Brunswick

If you are looking to get a COVID-19 booster shot in New Brunswick, there are several options available to you. You can book an appointment with a participating pharmacy or a Public Health Office. Pharmacies that are offering booster shots include Lawtons Drugs, Sobeys, and Harrisville Pharmacy. To book an appointment, you can register at pharmacyappointments.ca to be notified when you are eligible. Alternatively, you can contact your local pharmacy directly to inquire about appointment availability. For children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years old, appointments can be booked through the local Public Health office. Staying up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines is crucial to protecting ourselves and our communities against severe illness and hospitalization.

Booking a booster shot appointment

To book a COVID-19 booster shot appointment in New Brunswick, you can refer to the following options:

Option 1: Participating Pharmacies

You can book an appointment with a participating pharmacy in your area. Some pharmacy options include Lawtons Drugs and Sobeys Inc., which have multiple locations in New Brunswick. You can register at pharmacyappointments.ca to be notified when you are eligible to schedule your vaccination appointment.

Option 2: Public Health Office

For children aged 6 months to 4 years and 11 months old, you can book an appointment at a Public Health Office by emailing VNB [at] gnb.ca or calling 1-833-437-1424.

Option 3: Online Booking

Some health centres in New Brunswick, such as Horizon Health Network, offer online booking for vaccine appointments. You can check their websites for availability and eligibility requirements.

Option 4: Phone Booking

For individuals 5 years or older, if no appointments are available at your preferred pharmacy or health centre, you can call your local pharmacy or Public Health Office to book an appointment.

Option 5: Harrisville Pharmacy

Harrisville Pharmacy in Moncton offers COVID-19 vaccine appointments and provides contact information for bookings:

• Phone: (506) 858-5050
• Fax: 1 (855) 490-2283
• Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

When booking your booster shot appointment, please review Public Health New Brunswick's COVID-19 Vaccine Information and ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements. Additionally, remember to wear a short-sleeved shirt and a mask to your appointment. If you need to cancel or reschedule, contact the relevant pharmacy or health centre as soon as possible.

Pharmacy locations in New Brunswick

To get a COVID-19 booster shot in New Brunswick, you can either book an appointment with a participating pharmacy or a Public Health Office.

Lawtons Drugs

• 39 King Street, Saint John, NB, E2L 4W3
• 435 Brookside Drive, Unit 5, Fredericton, NB, E3A 8V4
• 138 Main Street, Suite 8, Sussex, NB, E4E 3E1
• 40 Mapleton Road, Moncton, NB, E1C 7W8
• 107 Catherwood Street, Saint John, NB, E2M 5J7
• 565 Elmwood Drive, Moncton, NB, E1A 2X4
• 1381 Regent Street, Fredericton, NB, E3C 1A2
• 519 Westmorland Road, Saint John, NB, E2J 3W9

Sobeys

• 149 Lansdowne Avenue, Saint John, NB, E2K 2Z9
• 1380 Mountain Road, Moncton, NB, E1C 2T8
• 463 Brookside Drive, Fredericton, NB, E3A 8V4
• 1180 Prospect St, Fredericton, NB, E3B 5C7
• 140 Hampton Road, Rothesay, NB, E2E 2R1
• 40 East Point Way, Saint John, NB, E2J 0H5
• 477 Paul Street, Dieppe, NB, E1A 4X5
• 2485 King George Highway, Miramichi, NB, E1V 6W6
• 1160 Findlay Blvd, Riverview, NB, E1B 0J6
• 183 Main Street, Shediac, NB, E4P 2A5
• 55 Vaughan Harvey Boulevard, Moncton, NB, E1C 0N3
• 1 Plaza Avenue, Saint John, NB, E2M 0C2
• 77 Filles de Jesus Avenue, Moncton, NB, E1A 9G6
• 407 Regent Street, Fredericton, NB, E3B 3X6
• 375 Miramichi Road, Oromocto, NB, E2V 4T4
• 1125 St. Peter Avenue, Bathurst, NB, E2A 3A1
• 10 Boulevard St. Pierre East, Caraquet, NB, E1W 1B6

Harrisville Pharmacy

1121 Shediac Rd, Moncton, NB E1A 7B6

You can also find a list of participating pharmacies by zone on the pharmacy appointment link provided by Public Health New Brunswick. This link includes the vaccines currently offered at each location.

Health screening before vaccination

To get a booster shot in New Brunswick, you can book an appointment with a participating pharmacy or a Public Health Office. For children aged 6 months to 5 years old, appointments can be booked with a Public Health Office, and for individuals 5 years or older, appointments can be booked with a pharmacy. If there are no appointments available, individuals can call their local Public Health Office or local pharmacy.

It is important to undergo health screening before receiving a vaccine to ensure your safety and prevent adverse reactions. Here are some measures and considerations regarding health screening before vaccination:

• Information and Consent: Before administering a vaccine, healthcare providers must ensure that individuals have all the necessary information to make an informed decision about the vaccination. This includes understanding the risks, benefits, potential side effects, and any relevant precautions or contraindications. Informed consent must be obtained, and individuals should not feel pressured or coerced into vaccination.
• Medical History: As part of the pre-vaccination screening, individuals will be asked about their medical history and current health status. This includes disclosing any severe allergies, previous severe reactions to vaccines, underlying medical conditions, recent illnesses, or treatments that may impact immunity. It is important to be transparent about your medical history to allow healthcare providers to assess any potential risks or contraindications.
• Standardized Screening Tools: Healthcare providers should use standardized screening tools to assess individuals consistently and correctly. These tools help identify contraindications and precautions for specific vaccines and ensure that the right vaccine and dose are administered according to the recommended schedule.
• Symptoms and Self-Isolation: It is generally recommended to avoid visiting vaccination sites if you are experiencing symptoms, have been advised to self-isolate, or have tested positive for an infectious disease within a specified period (such as 14 days before the appointment). Contacting the vaccination provider is essential to reschedule your appointment and prevent potential exposure to others.
• Age and Vaccine-Specific Considerations: Pre-vaccination screening also involves ensuring that the individual is within the appropriate age range for the specific vaccine. Additionally, the screening considers the timing of previous vaccines to ensure enough time has passed before administering the next dose.
• Pregnancy and Parenthood: If you are planning a pregnancy, are currently pregnant, or are a new parent, this information should be disclosed during the pre-vaccination screening. Vaccination recommendations and considerations may differ for individuals who are pregnant or anticipating parenthood.

These measures help ensure that individuals receive the appropriate vaccinations for their health status, age, and other relevant factors. It is crucial to be honest and provide accurate information during the health screening process to safeguard your well-being and maximize the benefits of the vaccination.

Eligibility criteria for booster shots

To get a COVID-19 booster shot in New Brunswick, you can book an appointment with a participating pharmacy or health clinic. For children aged 6 months to 5 years old, appointments can be made with a Public Health Office, while those 5 years or older can contact their local pharmacy.

The eligibility criteria for booster shots in New Brunswick has expanded over time, with the province initially following recommendations from the National Advisory Committee on Immunization. However, in December 2021, New Brunswick announced that residents over 50 could receive their booster shots five months after their last dose, instead of the previously recommended six months. This change caused some confusion and frustration among pharmacists and the public.

Currently, eligible individuals who want to get their COVID-19 booster shot can book an appointment with a participating pharmacy or health clinic. For immunocompromised individuals, a booster dose (4th dose) of an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine can be administered if at least five months have passed since their 3rd dose, and they are 12 years of age or older. A declaration of eligibility form is not required for the 4th dose.

When booking appointments, individuals should review the eligibility and availability requirements on the clinic or pharmacy's website. They may also need to bring their Medicare card (or health card if from another province), wear a short-sleeved shirt, and a mask. Additionally, individuals receiving their second dose should bring their record of vaccination.

Contact details for booking

There are several ways to book a COVID-19 booster shot in New Brunswick. The first is to book an appointment at a vaccine clinic. You can find a list of upcoming walk-in clinics and contact details for booking on the New Brunswick COVID Vaccine website. The website also provides a list of participating pharmacies where you can book an appointment.

Alternatively, you can contact your local pharmacy directly to see if they are offering COVID-19 vaccinations and book an appointment. Pharmacies offering the service include Lawtons Drugs, Sobeys, and Pharmasave. You can register at pharmacyappointments.ca to be notified when you are eligible to schedule your vaccination appointment at Lawtons Drugs or Sobeys.

If you need help booking an appointment, or there are no clinics in your zone, you can contact Tele-Services at 1-833-437-1424 or email [email protected]. For children aged 6 months to 5 years old, if no appointments are available, you can call your local Public Health Office. For individuals 5 years or older, if no appointments are available at your pharmacy, you can contact your local Public Health Office.

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