Flu Shots NWHU

The Northwestern Health Unit says it will be releasing more details of its flu shot program for the region next week.

The federal and provincial government's are making the vaccine for the H1N1 virus available October 26th.

Acting Medical officer of Health, Dr. Jim Arthurs says that the vaccine will be both safe and effective.

He says all residents 10 year of age and older should receive one dose of the vaccine,while children from six months to 9 years of age should get two half doses, at least 21 days apart.

The vaccine for pregnant women likely won't be available until early November.