Health department of Elche General University Hospital sees increased demand for vaccinations Fighting the flu and COVID-19 Since the medical center returned to normal after the Christmas holidays on January 8, 2024 last year. In part, this is also possible thanks to: No appointment required to receive an invitation for vaccinationa model rolled out by the Ministry of Health in all its facilities valencian communityhe explained in a statement on Monday.
“This demand has been maintained to this day because, in addition to announcing the availability of vaccinations without an appointment, the health department of the General Hospital of Elche has sent more than 30,000 text messages to people who have been vaccinated against influenza and COVID-19. Awaiting administration”. Many citizens reacted positively, mainly because the viruses triggered growing fears and led to health spikes in December that forced the return of masks at entrances. stop infection.
“During this period, 3,922 doses of influenza vaccine and 3,055 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered,”An average of 250 vaccinations per dayin contrast, significantly increased influenza vaccination Compared with the same period last year“.
Over 65 years old
specific Number of influenza vaccinations The number of people over 65 years old has increased An increase of more than five times compared with the same period 2023.
“Walk-in vaccinations continue today, and send text messages To the people, so citizens Who wants to be vaccinated They just need to visit or contact their health center,” They insist on getting from the department Elche health status.