Health: COVID-19 Vaccine - Reporting Side Effects

Provided by: COVID-19

Service Description

Individuals should report any serious side-effects or reactions (adverse events) after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine.

Call 9-1-1 immediately if any serious side effects or symptoms that could be an allergic reaction are experienced after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine.

Any serious side effects should be reported to a local Public Health Officer or Health Care Provider.

Public Health Offices:
  • Alberton: 902-853-8601
  • Charlottetown: 902-368-4530
  • Kensington: 902-888-8160
  • O'Leary: 902-859-8720
  • Montague: 902-838-0762
  • Souris: 902-687-7049
  • Summerside: 902-888-8160
  • Tignish: 902-882-7366
  • Tyne Valley: 902-854-7259
  • Wellington: 902-854-7259
The Chief Public Health Officer will review the report submitted and assess whether a medical exemption from further vaccines is issued.

A list of possible side-effects from the COVID-19 vaccine can be found online.

Information

Eligibility:
Anyone who has experienced a serious side effect from a COVID-19 vaccine
Fees:
No fees
How to Access:
Report to a Health Care Provider or local Public Health Office
Documents Required:
Details on vaccination * Form will be completed by Health Care Provider or Public Health Office
Program Hours:
Public Health Offices are open Monday-Friday 8am-4pm
Language:
English
Coverage Area:
Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island

Service Locations & Contact Info