N.S. COVID-19 vaccine program - information for health care professionals
- The latest version is available online under the "Immunization" tab
- Timing of COVID-19 vaccine following SARS-CoV-2 infection - Feb. 9, 2022
- COVID-19 vaccine third dose for immunocompromised children 5 to 11 years old - Feb. 8, 2022
- Booster doses for adolescents 12 to 17 years of age - Feb. 7, 2022
- Shortened vaccine booster dose interval for pregnant persons - Jan. 24, 2022
- Subsequent vaccine doses following myocarditis and/or pericarditis - Jan. 10, 2022
Vaccine appointments
- Vaccine appointments can now be booked for children aged 5-11.
- Unless noted otherwise, all COVID-19 vaccination appointments must be made online or by phone at 1-833-797-7772.
- In-home appointments can be booked by calling 211.
Nova Scotia's Proof of Vaccine Policy & exemptions
- Proof of vaccine policy
- Definitions of fully vaccinated, optimal protection and contraindications
- Valid medical contraindication for COVID-19 vaccination
- Letter template
- CPSNS: Guidance to Physicians Regarding Medical Exemptions for COVID-19 Vaccinations
Immunosuppressive medication list
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Immunosuppressive medication list (under the Immunization tab)
Vaccine consent forms and patient handouts
Adverse Event Reporting
Resources
- PHAC: Myocarditis and pericarditis post mRNA vaccine
- PHAC: COVID-19 Vaccination Tool Kit for Health-Care Providers
- PHAC: COVID-19 Vaccines Communication Tool Kit for Indigenous Communities
- PHAC: Sample social media messages and images
Webinar recordings
- PHAC and CANVax: Preparing for pediatric COVID-19 immunization and adult booster doses
- PHAC: Vaccine-induced Immune Thrombotic Thrombocytopenia (VITT)