he South Seville Health Management District has been awarded in #AndalucíaSeVacuna Award Because it got the most coverage Influenza vaccination for children across the province 6 to 59 months 2022-23 Events. Recognizing the efforts and participation of nursing professionals in thirty primary care centers in this health sector and achieving excellent results in their commitment to health protection.
The award is in 3rd Andavac Congress, held at the headquarters of the Andalusian School of Public Health in Granada. The recognition followed various round tables, debates and four practical workshops, and concluded this regional scientific event with an award ceremony. #AndalusiaSeVacuna 2023. Some differences recognized by the Department of Health and Consumer Affairs Provide health professionals during vaccination campaigns and their contribution to disease protection.
Vaccine coverage exceeds 47%
This time, the Health Management District of South Seville has achieved success in the field of primary care Maximum coverage Influenza vaccination among children 47.1%. this is a vaccine In 2022, it was established as a novel In the above mentioned age groups of children in the vaccination calendar of Andalusia. In this regard, the general manager of the South Seville Health Management Zone said, Rocio del Castillo, which further highlights this achievement. She said: “Starting something new is a challenge, in this case vaccinating new age groups, recruiting parents and the involvement of our professional staff who contribute to making this happen and I Very proud of them,” said.
The award was received by Rocío del Castillo, General Manager and Director of Nursing of this health area, Maria Jose Jimenezand deputy director of quality, Adriano Sines. For its part, the main benefits reported by the Department of Health and Consumer Affairs regarding childhood influenza vaccination are as follows: reduced incidence rates among children, as well as fewer severe cases, hospitalizations, and deaths. Vaccination to reduce cases of influenza co-infection with other prevalent respiratory viruses (e.g., SARS-CoV-2), increase influenza vaccination coverage (usually no more than 20%) among children with at-risk medical conditions, and help avoid Transmission of influenza viruses spreads the virus to cohabitants and communities, including vaccinated and unvaccinated vulnerable groups (indirect effect or herd immunity).