Respiratory illnesses

Publication date: September 22, 2026

Protect yourself and your community from viral respiratory illnesses like COVID-19 and influenza.

Viral respiratory illness season

COVID-19 and influenza vaccines will be available in fall 2026 to help protect you during viral respiratory illness season. If it is recommended you get immunized, you will receive a notification through the Get Vaccinated system when it's time to book your appointment.

Viral respiratory illness guidance

Learn about masks and tips for preventing respiratory illnesses.

COVID-19 testing and treatment

Testing can determine if you have COVID-19. There are two approved treatments to help prevent severe illness in people who are at higher risk from COVID-19.

COVID-19 immunizations

COVID-19 vaccines will be available in fall 2026 to help protect you during viral respiratory illness season. If a COVID-19 vaccine is recommended for you, you will receive a notification through the Get Vaccinated system when it's time to book your appointment.

Influenza (flu) vaccine

Influenza vaccines will be available in fall 2026 to help protect you during viral respiratory illness season. If an influenza vaccine is recommended for you, you will receive a notification through the Get Vaccinated system when it's time to book your appointment.

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) immunization program

Immunizations help protect against severe illness caused by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Starting in fall 2026, eligible older adults in B.C. can get an RSV vaccine at no-cost.

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