Flu Shots in Nanton, Alberta
Nanton Family Pharmacy offers seasonal influenza vaccination for eligible patients age five and older, administered by a pharmacist after a pre-vaccination assessment.
Walk-in flu shots may be available during flu season. Call ahead to confirm vaccine supply.
Protect Yourself With an Annual Flu Shot
Influenza, commonly called the flu, is a respiratory infection caused by influenza viruses. The vaccine is updated each year to protect against the strains expected to circulate during the upcoming season.
Because influenza viruses and vaccine formulations can change, annual immunization is recommended.
No vaccine is 100% protective
No vaccine provides complete protection, and effectiveness varies from year to year. Influenza vaccination can still reduce the likelihood of influenza and help protect against serious illness.
Who Can Receive a Flu Shot at the Pharmacy?
Every patient is individually assessed before vaccination — age alone doesn't confirm that a particular vaccine product is appropriate or available.
Children Age 5+
Eligible under the 2026–27 provincial program.
Teens & Adults
Eligible for seasonal influenza vaccination.
Pregnant Individuals
A group where immunization is especially important.
Older Adults
Higher risk of serious complications from influenza.
Chronic Conditions
Heart, lung, immune, kidney and other ongoing concerns.
Caregivers
People who care for someone at higher risk.
Household Contacts
People who live or work with higher-risk individuals.
Other Alberta Residents
Other eligible residents under the provincial program.
Pharmacy Vaccination
Participating Alberta community pharmacies, including Nanton Family Pharmacy, can administer publicly funded influenza vaccine to eligible patients age five and older for the 2026–27 program.
Public Health Clinic
Children younger than five generally receive their flu shot through a public health or community health clinic rather than a pharmacy. Contact Health Link at 811 for current booking information.
Why Is the Flu Shot Recommended Every Year?
Strains Can Change
Influenza viruses evolve, so each season's vaccine targets the strains expected to circulate.
Protection Can Fade
Vaccine protection can decrease over time, which is part of why annual doses are recommended.
New Exposure Risk
Each flu season brings a new risk of exposure, regardless of previous vaccination.
Receiving a flu shot does not guarantee that you won't get influenza — protection can vary by season, age, health and vaccine match.
How to Get a Flu Shot at Nanton Family Pharmacy
Call Ahead or Walk In
Ask about vaccine availability, appointments, age eligibility, funding and documents to bring.
Complete a Pre-Vaccination Assessment
Discuss age, health, allergies, previous reactions, immunization history and current medications.
Provide Informed Consent
The pharmacist explains the vaccine, benefits, side effects, precautions and alternatives before you consent.
Receive the Flu Shot
An authorized pharmacist administers the vaccine. Wear clothing that allows easy access to your upper arm.
Observation Period
You may be asked to remain in the pharmacy briefly, based on current guidance and your assessment.
Receive Your Vaccination Record
The pharmacy documents your vaccination — keep your personal record for future healthcare and travel.
What to Bring
- ✓Your Alberta health card
- ✓Government-issued identification, when requested
- ✓Your immunization record, if available
- ✓A list of current medications
- ✓Information about allergies
- ✓Details of previous vaccine reactions
- ✓Private insurance information, when relevant
- ✓A parent or authorized guardian, when required
No health card?
Contact the pharmacy if you don't have an Alberta health card or are unsure about your eligibility — they can walk you through the options.
Call to Confirm EligibilityOlder Adults, Pregnancy & Chronic Conditions
Older Adults
Older adults have a higher risk of serious influenza-related complications. The specific vaccine product recommended or funded depends on provincial guidance, age, health history and vaccine supply — don't assume a particular high-dose, adjuvanted or standard-dose product will be available.
Pregnancy
Alberta identifies pregnant individuals as a group for whom influenza immunization is especially important. Tell the pharmacist if you are pregnant, may be pregnant or are breastfeeding, so your options can be reviewed against current provincial recommendations.
Chronic Health Conditions
People with heart, lung, immune, kidney, liver, neurological or other ongoing conditions may face a higher risk of complications. This information helps the pharmacist assess vaccination and decide whether another provider should be involved.
Possible Side Effects
Vaccines can cause side effects. Many are temporary and related to the body's immune response.
- Tenderness, redness or swelling at the injection site
- Tiredness
- Headache
- Muscle aches
- Mild fever
- General discomfort
Ask questions before leaving if you're unsure what to expect. The pharmacist will explain expected side effects and appropriate follow-up.
An injected influenza vaccine cannot cause influenza. Temporary soreness, fatigue or mild fever after vaccination are not the same as an influenza infection — and it's also possible to be exposed before vaccination or before your immune response has developed.
Can I Get Other Vaccines at the Same Visit?
Alberta guidance allows influenza vaccines to be administered at the same time as, before or after other vaccines. Whether receiving more than one vaccine in the same visit is appropriate depends on:
- ✓The vaccines requested
- ✓Current provincial eligibility and vaccine availability
- ✓Your age, health and immunization history
- ✓Pharmacist assessment
Contact the pharmacy before your appointment if you're interested in receiving another vaccination.
Influenza Vaccine Costs and Coverage
Alberta's 2026–27 fall influenza program is a publicly funded universal program for eligible members of the general public.
Provincial Eligibility
Coverage depends on program dates, Alberta health coverage and current government policy.
Vaccine Product
Availability and coverage can vary by the specific vaccine product and provider.
Outside the Program
Some vaccine products or services outside the provincial program may involve a patient cost.
Confirm current eligibility and costs with the pharmacy before your visit.
Flu Shots and Pharmacy Care
Vaccinations are part of the pharmacist-led Pharmacy Care Clinic available at Nanton Family Pharmacy.
- Minor ailment assessments
- Rapid strep testing
- Pharmacist prescribing when appropriate
- Prescription renewals and adaptations
- Medication reviews
- Health screening
- Compliance packaging
- Compounding
- Prescription delivery
Visit Nanton Family Pharmacy
2119 20 StreetNanton, Alberta T0L 1R0
Phone: 403-646-0510
Fax: 403-646-0511
Email: info@nantonfamilypharmacy.com
Hours
Monday–Friday: 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call 403-646-0510 to confirm current flu-shot availability, vaccine supply and program eligibility.
Does Nanton Family Pharmacy provide flu shots?+
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Do I need an Alberta health card?+
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Can the flu shot give me influenza?+
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Will my flu shot be added to my immunization record?+
Ask About Flu Shots in Nanton
The publicly funded 2026–27 Alberta influenza immunization program is scheduled to begin October 19, 2026.
Call 403-646-0510