Penza residents were reminded where to get a flu shot

The government of the Penza region held a briefing on the epidemiological situation and the campaign for influenza vaccination.

First Deputy Minister of Health of the region Marina Vorobyeva said that at the moment the epidemiological situation in the region remains stable.

According to Rospotrebnadzor on October 15, 2026, 1778 cases of SARS were registered in the Penza region, which is 36% less than the epidemic threshold. There is also a decrease in the incidence of 8.3% compared to the previous week. There is no flu in the region.

Marina Vorobyeva recalled that the vaccination campaign began in the region on September 22. It is planned to cover 701 thousand people, including 111,840 children. To date, 23% of residents of the region have received the vaccine: 138,226 adults and 57,612 children.

Health services are provided in 669 stationary stations and 69 mobile teams that operate throughout the region.

Vorobyeva stressed that vaccination is the most effective method of preventing viral infections.

An additional batch of the vaccine is planned to be delivered to the region on October 25. To obtain accurate information about the availability of specific vaccines, you must contact the clinic at the place of residence.