What risk groups are there and where to attend?

he The municipality of Ituzaingo has started the application of influenza vaccine corresponding to the 2024 immunization campaign. This is a public policy implemented by the municipal government through the Ministry of Health.available dosage free.

Flu or influenza is Respiratory viral illness that usually occurs during the coldest months of the yearmost affected people recover without medical treatment.

But, that Children, the elderly, pregnant or postpartum women

and people with risk factors who may develop serious complications from the disease. Influenza vaccination reduces complications, hospitalizations and sequelae.

In this case, the purpose of the activity is risk group (respiratory and heart disease, diabetic patients, congenital or acquired immune deficiencies, oncological hematology and transplant patients), Pregnant women, people over 65 years old and health workers.

People wishing to be vaccinated can visit their nearest vaccination center:

Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm:

– CAPS Villa Angela (Udaondo 950)

– CAPS Gelpi (Gelpi 2156)

– CAPS San Alberto (Pringles 2770)

– CAPS Villa Las Unidas (Haiti and Türkiye)

– CAPS October 17 (Cape Alcina, Del Pretal)

– CAPS Otharán (Zorrilla de San Martín 4249)

Monday to Friday 8 am to 3 pm:

– CAPS Seniors (Fragio 57)

Given the potential for complications from the disease among these groups, according to Buenos Aires health authorities “It’s crucial to get your flu shot as soon as possible,” Protect against influenza viruses before they are at their most severe.

In the case of Ituzaingó, for more information, those who are interested or have questions can contact the General Directorate of Primary Health Care at 2120-1870 from Monday to Friday from 9 am to 3 pm.