Measles

Measles continues to circulate in Huron and Perth. For information about measles, community exposure locations, and how to protect yourself and others, visit the Measles page. 

Influenza Immunization (Flu Shot)

Influenza, also called the flu, is a serious, highly contagious viral infection of the nose, throat and lungs. Illness from the flu can last two to seven days. It may last longer in people with chronic diseases or the elderly. Some people get very ill, develop complications and are admitted to hospital. Some people will die from getting the flu.

Huron Perth Public Heath (HPPH) encourages everyone six months of age and older to get the influenza vaccine (flu shot) each fall to protect against the virus and stop the spread of influenza in our community.

The flu shot helps to prevent influenza in children and adults. Some people who get the flu shot may still get influenza but it will usually be a milder case than if they had not been vaccinated.

With multiple respiratory viruses circulating over the fall and winter (respiratory illness season), vaccination is important to protect the health of individuals, families and communities. In addition, vaccination lowers the impact these viruses have on our healthcare system.

Anyone six months of age and older who lives, works or attends school in Ontario can get the flu shot for free. It takes about two weeks after getting the flu shot to be protected. The vaccine is needed every year because the circulating flu strains may be different. Children under nine years of age need two flu shots the first year they get the vaccine. They need one flu shot each year after.

Free flu shots are available to all Ontarians aged six months and older during flu season. Influenza vaccines will be available in fall 2025. Check this page again in the fall for information on where to receive the vaccine. 

Contact Us

Huron Perth Public Health

Huron Office
77722B London Road, RR #5, Clinton, ON
N0M 1L0

Perth Office
653 West Gore St., Stratford ON N5A 1L4
Toll-free 1-888-221-2133
askhpph@hpph.ca

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