Hidalgo immunization campaign makes significant headway against flu and COVID-19
Hidalgo’s vaccination efforts against influenza and COVID-19 have seen impressive progress, with 90% and 78% of available vaccines administered respectively. The Hidalgo Health Secretariat (SSH) reports these encouraging figures as part of the ongoing 2024-2025 vaccination campaign.
A Closer Look at the Numbers
Of the 164,590 COVID-19 vaccines received, an impressive 148,922 doses have already been administered. For influenza, the campaign has covered a significant portion of the target population, with 416,418 individuals immunized out of a total of 534,200 vaccines received.
While the campaign has made remarkable progress, there’s still ground to cover. The statewide goal is to vaccinate 400,580 individuals against COVID-19, with the current rate standing at 37% completion. As for the influenza vaccine, the campaign aims to reach a target of 865,271 doses administered, representing a current progress rate of 48.2%.
Vaccination Effort Set to Conclude in March
The HHS launched the 2024-2025 vaccination campaign in October, and it will run until March 28, making the Abdala vaccine against COVID-19 readily available to the public.
Prioritizing Vulnerable Populations
The campaign prioritizes high-risk groups to ensure their protection against potentially severe illness. These include unvaccinated individuals, pregnant women, children under five years old, adults over 60, healthcare workers, and people aged 18 to 59 with underlying health conditions. This includes individuals with uncontrolled diabetes, morbid obesity, chronic lung, cardiovascular, or kidney diseases, immunosuppression, cancer, and HIV/AIDS.
Vaccination remains a cornerstone of preventive healthcare. During this season, when the circulation of infectious diseases typically increases, vaccination plays a crucial role in mitigating the risk of serious health complications. It’s essential to take advantage of these initiatives to safeguard personal and collective health.
What strategies did the Hidalgo Health Secretariat use to improve vaccine accessibility?
## Hidalgo Sees Success in Vaccine Campaign
**Interviewer:** Welcome back to the show. Today we’re joined by Dr. [Guest Name], from the Hidalgo Health Secretariat, to discuss the progress of Hidalgo’s vaccination campaign against flu and COVID-19. Dr. [Guest Name], thank you for joining us.
**Dr. [Guest Name]:** Thank you for having me.
**Interviewer:** The numbers released by the SSH are very encouraging. Can you tell us more about the success of this year’s campaign?
**Dr. [Guest Name]:** Absolutely. We’re thrilled with the community’s response to this year’s vaccination drive. As of today, we’ve administered 90% of available influenza vaccines and 78% of available COVID-19 vaccines. That’s a testament to the hard work of our healthcare professionals and the trust the Hidalgo community places in us.
**Interviewer:** These numbers are significantly higher than previous years. What factors do you attribute this success to?
**Dr. [Guest Name]:** There are several contributing factors. Firstly, we’ve made a concerted effort to make vaccination more accessible. We’ve held community clinics, partnered with local organizations, and offered extended hours at our clinics. Secondly, we’ve launched targeted public awareness campaigns highlighting the importance of vaccination, especially for vulnerable populations.
**Interviewer:** Looking ahead, what are the next steps for Hidalgo’s vaccination campaign?
**Dr. [Guest Name]:** We’re continuing to encourage everyone who is eligible to get vaccinated. We want to reach as many people as possible, particularly those who haven’t yet received their flu or COVID-19 shots. We’ll also continue to monitor vaccination rates and adjust our strategies as needed.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. [Guest Name], for your time and insights. This is clearly a positive step forward for Hidalgo’s public health.
**Dr. [Guest Name]:** You’re welcome. I encourage everyone to stay informed and protect themselves and their loved ones by getting vaccinated.
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