Vaccine Information

Vaccines are an important way to protect yourself and others from preventable diseases like measles, tetanus, whooping cough, and chickenpox. Routine vaccinations for babies, children, and adults are offered free of charge.

Recommended Vaccines by Age

2 Months

• Diphtheria, Pertussis (Whooping Cough), Tetanus, Polio, Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) 
• Pneumococcal Disease (Pneumonia)
• Rotavirus (oral vaccine)

4 Months

• Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus, Polio, Hib
• Pneumococcal Disease
• Rotavirus (oral vaccine)

6 Months

• Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus, Polio, Hib

Important: The seasonal flu vaccine is recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older.

12 Months

• Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
• Meningococcal Disease (Men-C-C) 
• Pneumococcal Disease

Note: The MMR and Meningococcal vaccines must be given on or after the child’s first birthday.

15 Months

• Varicella (Chickenpox)

18 Months

• Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus, Polio, Hib

4–6 Years

• Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, Polio
• Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella

Grade 7 (School-Aged Children)

• Hepatitis B
• Meningococcal Disease (Men-C-ACYW-135)
• HPV-9 (Human Papillomavirus)

Adolescent Booster

• Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis

Adult Immunizations

• Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (booster every 10 years)
• Pneumococcal Vaccine (recommended at 65+)
• Shingles Vaccine (recommended between 65–70 years)
• Annual Influenza (Flu) Vaccine

Travel Vaccines

If you’re planning to travel outside Canada, you may need additional vaccines based on your destination and current immunization status.

Note: SMDHU does not provide travel vaccines. Please consult your health care provider or a travel clinic 2 to 3 months before your trip. This ensures you have enough time to receive all recommended vaccines and complete any necessary doses before you travel.