2023-05-30 15:31:01
QUEBEC CITY — The Quebec government announced on Tuesday that the free flu vaccine for all those who wish to take advantage of it will be maintained during the next annual fall vaccination campaign once morest this disease.
In a brief press release, the Minister of Health and Social Services, Christian Dubé, explains that this decision was taken to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses during periods of high transmission and to avoid an overload of first-line medical services. line.
The Minister adds that the measure will ensure better accessibility of services to Quebecers, with a view to fairness.
At the end of last November, the Government of Quebec announced that the extension of free vaccination was exceptional and that it would be reassessed during the year 2023.
Public health authorities point out that those most at risk of developing complications from influenza are those aged 75 and over, those who suffer from chronic illnesses, as well as pregnant women in the second and third trimesters of their pregnancy.
Priority groups also include families with children under 6 months of age, health care workers as well as people who live under the same roof as all these people, as well as caregivers.
To register, Quebecers are invited to go to Clic Santé and select the Influenza module. Several pharmacies and private clinics will also offer the flu vaccination service.
In addition, walk-in service will also be available at certain locations.
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