Saquarema City Council begins vaccination against influenza | Saquarema

Vaccination is now available at all health centers in the city, which are open from Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year, the D-Day for the influenza vaccination campaign will be Saturday (13).

The importance of vaccination

According to the Municipal Health Department, it is important that the entire target audience is vaccinated, even those who have already been vaccinated on another occasion, as the vaccine used undergoes changes in its composition over the years, depending on the epidemiological scenario. Therefore, the Municipal Immunization Program (PMI) seeks to develop work in partnership with primary care; Comprehensive health care program for women, children and adolescents; health of the elderly; Occupational Health, and in this effort, achieve adequate vaccination coverage to protect vulnerable populations.

This year, the influenza vaccine that will be administered during the vaccination campaign is the DPT vaccine. It protects against three different strains of the virus, responsible for most cases today: influenza A (H1N1), influenza A (H3N2), and influenza B. The influenza vaccine can be given with other vaccines on the national immunization calendar, such as this vaccine. From Covid-19, without needing a break in between. Reaction to the flu vaccine is uncommon, and when it does occur, symptoms are mild and disappear quickly. This is a condition of pain at the application site, low-grade fever, muscle aches and malaise. It usually disappears 48 hours after applying.

The use of influenza vaccine is contraindicated for people who suffer from allergies to its components, especially egg protein. People with neurological diseases and Guillain-Barre syndrome should consult a doctor before taking the vaccine and follow the instructions. For people who have recently had a fever, it is recommended to postpone vaccination until their health condition improves.