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Resumption of vaccination in preparation for the influenza epidemic … From 13
Starting on the 13th, free vaccinations will be offered to teens ages 13-18 in preparation for the winter flu outbreak.
The city of Busan announced on the 12th that it will change the schedule for free vaccines that were temporarily suspended due to problems in the vaccine distribution process.
On the 22nd of last month, the Korean Centers for Disease Control and Prevention noticed a problem in the vaccine distribution process and temporarily suspended influenza vaccination. Although there is no problem with the stability of the vaccine quality test, some vaccines (480,000 doses) were collected, which may affect the efficacy of the vaccine, and vaccinations are expected to be carried out sequentially from day 13.
Immunizations for teens ages 13 to 18 start from 13, people ages 70 and over from 19, and vaccinations for people ages 62 to 69 start from December 26 to 31 .
In particular, this year, since flu symptoms such as fever and cough are similar to Corona 19 symptoms, there is a high possibility of causing confusion in the quarantine system. The number of free vaccinations has increased significantly, including those under 18, pregnant women, and the elderly 62 and older. Free vaccinations for children under 12 and pregnant women resumed on the 25th of last month.
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Initially it was planned to vaccinate seniors, but as middle and high school students returned to school, the risk of influenza caused by group living was reduced. Start.
In order to reduce the risk of complications by increasing the vaccination rate for the elderly this month, the age group will be reduced from the original group 3 to group 2, but an early booking system will be operated to avoid distractions.
When visiting a medical institution for vaccination, use of the vaccination ‘advance booking service’ operated by the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention can minimize waiting time at medical institutions and prevent the spread of Corona 19. Vaccination Assistants You can check and make reservations at designated medical institutions through the website or mobile app, and create electronic preliminary schedules.
A Busan city official said: “We hope that those who are eligible for vaccination will need to check the vaccination schedule and availability before visiting a medical institution and complete the vaccination before November, taking into account the period of the epidemic. of influenza “. When you do, follow the rules of personal hygiene, such as wearing a mask and washing your hands.
Approximately 1.4 million people were eligible for free vaccination in Busan, and 178,000 people have completed the vaccination so far.
/ Busan = Reporter Cho Wonjin [email protected]
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