Seasonal Influenza Vaccine Available

“The seasonal influenza [flu] vaccine is available for priority groups through their doctor or the Flu Express,” the government announced today

A Government spokesperson said, “The Flu Express is for persons 12 years and older. The cost is $20.00 per shot for adults and children – cash only or pay online. Seniors [65 and older] are free. Please have the correct amount of cash ready during your attendance at the “Flu Express” if you do not pay online. [Credit/Debit card facilities will not be available at the “Flu Express” sites].

Minister Wilson recently received her annual flu vaccination and expressed her commitment to this practice, stating, “Getting the flu vaccine each year is a simple and effective way to protect yourself and others from seasonal influenza. It reduces the risk of severe illness and helps prevent the spread of the virus within our community.”

A Government spokesperson added, “The public can fill out the consent form and pay online for the flu vaccine to minimise paperwork on arrival and reduce wait times by visiting https://forms.gov.bm/Influenza-Vaccine-Consent. An email will be sent to you and is required to be shown when you arrive for vaccination. If you cannot complete the consent form online, you can do so at the Flu Express location.

“Drive in between 10 am – 2 pm on Tuesday, September 24th at the Boaz Island Community Center field or walk into the Hamilton Health Centre on Saturday, September 28th, from 10 am – 2 pm. On Wednesday, October 2nd, the flu express will be at Penno’s Wharf in St. George’s.

“Priority persons who should attend the “Flu Express” are:

• Healthcare workers, caregivers, and essential service workers
• Persons aged 65 years and older
• Any person with chronic medical conditions who are at risk of complications from the flu, e.g. diabetics, asthmatics, and those with heart disease. They should inform their doctor when they have been vaccinated.
• Children under 12 should attend their usual doctor’s office for vaccination.

“Flu injections will only be offered at the “Flu Express” on the specified dates to individuals in good health without active infections.

“You will not be given the injection if:

• You have allergies to eggs, chicken products, or any component of the vaccine
• You have had a reaction to the flu shot before
• You have a fever or are unwell
• You have had a seizure within the year

“Please dress comfortably to allow the nurse easy access to the injection site in the upper arm.

“For further information visit https://www.gov.bm/flu.”

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