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Influenza vaccination campaigns in Germany

Overview

Health authorities and professional associations in Germany are promoting influenza vaccinations ahead of the respiratory infection season.

In the Rhein-Neckar-Kreis region, the health department has urged citizens to vaccinate to protect vulnerable populations, noting that pharmacies are providing accessible options. A nationwide vaccination action week is scheduled for November 9 to 15, including a ‘Long Night of Vaccination’ on November 12.

Expanding on this initiative, the State Pharmacists' Association of Baden-Württemberg (LAV) has also recommended timely vaccinations. The LAV highlighted that specially trained pharmacists can provide vaccinations and consultations as an alternative to medical appointments. The association noted that the Standing Committee on Vaccination (STIKO) specifically recommends high-dose or adjuvanted vaccines for individuals aged 60 and over, as well as for pregnant women and those with chronic illnesses.

Entities

Judith Gerlach · Rhein-Neckar-Kreis Health Department · Bavaria · German Center for Prevention and Mental Health · Friederike Habighorst-Klemm

Timeline

  1. [HEALTH] 3 sources
    Baden-Württemberg pharmacists recommend influenza vaccinations

    The Baden-Württemberg State Pharmacists' Association recommends influenza vaccinations in pharmacies to increase accessibility for high-risk groups, including the elderly and chronically ill.

  2. [HEALTH] 5 sources
    Rhein-Neckar-Kreis Health Department urges timely flu vaccinations

    The Rhein-Neckar-Kreis Health Department recommends timely influenza vaccinations for vulnerable groups and healthcare workers ahead of the upcoming flu season.

Sources

demografie-portal.de · go-with-us.de · leimenblog.de · lomazoma.com · niederlausitz-aktuell.de · pressnetwork.de · suederlaender-tageblatt.de · www1.wdr.de