La Paz, Baja California Sur.- It is being applied for free the vaccine against Covid-19 in health centers and hospitals Baja California Sur, as part of the 2024-2025 winter vaccination campaign, focusing on the population vulnerable to respiratory infections.
This campaign, developed by the Government of Mexico, aims to protect the vulnerable population from respiratory infections. For this reason, the vaccine is being provided free of charge to people who have higher risk factors for this viral disease.
According to the campaign guidelines, This biological can be supplied to people over 60 years of age and older, pregnant womenas well as the population aged 18 years and older who present comorbidity such as diabetes, hypertension, morbid obesity, chronic cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, kidney failure, cancer and HIVsaid the State Coordinator of the Vaccination Program, Héctor García Hurtado.
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The goal is to apply more than 67 thousand doses to the target groups of this preventive strategy, among which are also people with five years of age compliments that they have not received any vaccine against this infection, the doctor said, highlighting the importance of Users come with their health card to have an adequate record of the interventions they receive.
This vaccination campaign It is applied with the biological Abdala that according to scientific studies like the one published by the magazine “Medic review” and taken up by the Harvard School of Public Health, It has high percentages of effectiveness to avoid serious forms of the disease, the public servant specified, adding that the benefits of this vaccine were confirmed in fact by helping to reduce the rates of hospitalization and deaths from Covid in BCS.
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In 2023 they supplied around 80 thousand Abdala type vaccines in our entity, without registration of an adverse effect (ESAVI) before the pharmacovigilance authorities and taking into account that this application has contributed significantly to the entity has registered, so far in 2024, 117 patients hospitalized for covidwith five deaths, which all occurred in patients over 60 years of age with no history of vaccination, García Hurtado concluded.
Covid-19 Vaccine Campaign Takes Center Stage in Baja California Sur
La Paz, Baja California Sur—Well, it’s that time of year again when the weather gets chilly, and the government starts rolling out the free vaccine against Covid-19. It seems like only yesterday we were learning to wash our hands for twenty seconds and avoid our relatives, but here we are, preparing for the winter vaccination campaign for 2024-2025. If you’re in Baja California Sur, you’ll want to pay attention—especially if your sense of danger is lower than that of a lemming on a cliff!
The Government of Mexico has a plan, and it’s not just about protecting their citizens from sneezing and coughing. Oh no! They’re focusing on the vulnerable population who are more at risk from those pesky respiratory infections. So, if you happen to be over 60 or have health issues that could turn the common cold into a dramatic near-death experience, you’re in luck—free vaccines will be available in health centres and hospitals across Baja California Sur! Just don’t forget your health card—otherwise, you might find yourself at the back of the queue, next to someone in search of last-minute holiday gifts.
Now, let’s talk specifics: the campaign is ready to supply this miracle potion, known as the Abdala vaccine, to the golden oldies (60+), pregnant women, and anyone aged 18 or older with comorbid conditions. So, if you’ve got diabetes, hypertension, morbid obesity, chronic cardiovascular issues, or if you’re simply battling the existential dread that accompanies life itself—look no further! The authorities are here to help you not only survive but thrive during this winter!
In a twist that even the latest horror films couldn’t concoct, this year has already recorded five deaths from Covid-19 in Baja California Sur. All of them were over 60 and, unsurprisingly, had managed to dodge the vaccine like it was a tax audit. With a target of more than 67,000 doses, it’s crucial that you book your spot—unless you’re planning to make a face mask your winter fashion statement!
According to the State Coordinator of the Vaccination Program, Héctor García Hurtado, this campaign isn’t just a shoot-and-scoot operation. Oh no! They’ve got science on their side! A review published by that prestigious little club known as the Harvard School of Public Health has endorsed the Abdala vaccine, stating it significantly reduces hospitalizations and deaths from Covid. So rest assured, it seems like we’re not just guessing here!
And if you think there might be a side effect lurking around, fear not! In 2023, around 80,000 Abdala vaccines were administered in the region, reminiscent of a scene from a wild party that’s actually care-free without much to complain about afterward. No major adverse effects were reported. I mean, it’s not like they’re handing out shots of tequila at 2 AM—though, let’s face it, that might be more entertaining!
So, as we trudge through this winter, remember: the vaccine is free, readily available, and is potentially your ticket out of a sneezefest. The only question remaining is whether you’ll choose to roll up your sleeve or have a personal vendetta against needles. Either way, stay safe, stay smart, and for heaven’s sake, if you’re 60-plus and not vaccinated—please don’t go vicariously living your life through TikTok videos of young folks dancing in crowded places.