Enhanced influenza vaccination day for senior citizens in Fuengirola

«As in previous years, the Senior District of the Fuengirola City Council, in collaboration with the health staff of the Costa del Sol Health District and Los Boliches Health Center, has launched a seasonal influenza vaccine campaign in its home town of Puebla. next November 20 at 10:30 am, targeting the city’s elderly population,” explains Bornao, noting that “the fact that this event is held in Hogar de Puebla Lucía is to prevent our users from having to travel to their Medical Center to make it easier for anyone who wants to get vaccinated. “

The strains of seasonal influenza viruses vary from year to year, so vaccines are produced for each virus each season because the virus’s resistance to different antibiotics also changes.

In addition, according to the mayor, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2023 seasonal influenza vaccination campaign has brought a series of new features, because on the one hand, only those affiliated with social security will be vaccinated, so those affiliated with social security will not Will be vaccinated. Mutual insurance companies must follow the instructions of their entities regarding vaccinations. Additionally, only people over 65, caregivers and professionals who come into contact with the elderly will be vaccinated.

To receive the vaccine, you must make an appointment in the senior citizen area of ​​the Lucia Retirement Home in Puebla between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., November 6-17, and it cannot be extended.

The reason for the postponement of appointments to November 17 is nothing more than to comply with the regulations of the Costa del Sol Health District, as the data of those interested in receiving the vaccine must be compared with their medical history and some time is required before going to the center to receive the vaccine. It is necessary to present your DNI and Andalusian Social Security Health Card, as vaccinations must be included in the medical history.