Sixth health jurisdiction invites high-risk groups to get flu vaccine

TORREN, COAH.- Health Jurisdiction No. 6 Citizens belonging to high-risk groups are invited to receive the 2023-2024 winter influenza vaccine.

The vaccination is planned to be carried out at urban health units and ejido communities in various municipalities from October 16 to March 31, 2024 Keep, matamoros and Huesca.

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He said the vaccine formula is made up of two viruses. Type A

and two of them Type Brevised annually based on prevalent strains and recommended antigenic composition World Health Organization.

He called on citizens to be aware of the importance of vaccination, and once the second batch of 5,500 doses arrives, vaccination will be free of charge for anyone who wants it.

“We will prioritize minors, senior citizens, pregnant women and people with certain comorbidities like in the first phase before extending it to those who require it,” the second health jurisdiction chief said. Juan Pérez Ortega.

Health department experts stressed that low temperatures during these days could lead to a significant increase in respiratory illnesses, leading to pneumonia or more severe cases that could lead to death.

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“Dramatic changes hit people the hardest because after the temperature went up to 32 degrees, today it dropped to 12 degrees and of course people are affected when they don’t protect themselves, so getting vaccinated and taking high vitamin C liquids is very important important content, Stand up for yourself.

There is enough flu vaccine available and people can now go to our hospitals 38 medical units

the health jurisdiction director added.

The flu is a disease that may worsen and cause pneumonia anyone bronchitisthen this vaccine would not only prevent it, but in many other cases it would not have such severe effects on patients, he explained.