In the Tomsk geriatric center vaccinated against influenza elderly patients
Before the procedure, Rospotrebnadzor specialists explained to elderly patients why vaccination is especially important at their age, and dispelled popular myths
Employees of Hospital No. 2, on the basis of which the Geriatric Care Center operates, carried out influenza vaccination for elderly hospital patients who expressed a desire.
Before the procedure, the specialists of the Rospotrebnadzor Department explained how dangerous the flu is for older people, how to maintain immunity during the cold season, and refuted common misconceptions.
The chief physician of Hospital No. 2, Evgeny Novitsky, noted that 32 patients are now in the hospital of the center. All of them are at risk of complications from influenza infection. According to him, doctors are trying to protect patients: explain why the vaccine is needed, and conduct vaccination in convenient conditions.
The flu vaccine is also important for children from 6 months old, schoolchildren and students, pregnant women, people with chronic diseases, as well as social and communal workers - doctors, teachers, transport and trade employees.
You can get vaccinated at the clinic at the place of attachment. It's fast, safe and free.
