COVID-19 Booster Vaccinations for Doctors and Adults Over 60: Latest Updates and Safety Measures in Venice

2023-09-29 00:49:56

From October 25, 2023, doctors are to receive anti-Covid vaccine doses to carry out a “recommended booster vaccination for people over 60 years of age”.

The first 37,480 doses of the Covid vaccine have already been delivered to the Veneto region, with more expected next week. According to regional experts, these first doses should be used primarily for people and companies in old people’s and nursing homes in order to ensure the best possible protection in this particularly vulnerable environment. Depending on the organization of the individual health authorities (Ulss), the vaccination will probably begin in the coming days.

Who should get vaccinated?

From October 25th, various quantities of vaccine doses will be delivered, allowing regional health authorities to distribute them to general practitioners and pharmacies upon request. The management of the prevention sector at Azienda Zero recommends carrying out a booster vaccination for all people over 60 years of age, as well as for people aged 6 months and over with certain diseases or conditions that increase the risk of serious infection.

How safe is a simultaneous corona and flu vaccination?

According to the experts, it is safe to give the Covid vaccine and the flu vaccine at the same time. This ensures immediate protection once morest both viruses. Even people who have never been vaccinated before only need a single dose for sufficient protection.

Venice and Corona – how safe is a trip to the lagoon city?

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people had legitimate concerns regarding travel. Especially with popular destinations like Venice, the question arose: How safe is a trip to this beautiful city? To answer this, let’s take a look at the current situation in Venice.

According to current information – September 29, 2023 – there are currently relatively few confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Venice. Local authorities have taken strict measures to protect both locals and tourists from possible infection.

In addition, many tourist attractions and accommodations are keen to welcome their guests with increased security.

However, it remains important to note that the situation can change quickly. It is therefore always advisable to be informed in advance regarding local regulations and, if necessary, to make your plans flexible.

Ultimately, it is up to each traveler’s individual risk perception to weigh up whether a city trip to Venice currently makes sense or not.

What emergency contacts are there in Venice?

If you experience a medical emergency during your stay in Venice, it is important to know who to contact. Medical care in the city is very good, but if you need help quickly, you should call the emergency number 118. This number connects you to the national emergency service and allows you to quickly call an ambulance.

However, if you have a non-life-threatening situation and just want to see a doctor, there are several options. For example, you can try making an appointment with a family doctor or a private clinic.

Another option is the website Health Venice. Also in German!

What emergency contacts are there in Venice?

It is also advisable to check your travel insurance in advance and ensure that it covers medical emergencies abroad. Keep in mind that some clinics and doctors may not be able to bill your insurance company directly.

Overall, you shouldn’t worry – Venice offers good medical care and emergency contacts in case of emergency. It’s always better to be prepared and have this information on hand in case you need it.

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