Almost 500 thousand residents of Transbaikalia were vaccinated against influenza

In the Trans-Baikal Territory, almost 500,000 people have been vaccinated against influenza. The vaccination campaign plan was completed by 78.1%.

According to the regional department of Rospotrebnadzor, more than 170 thousand minors were vaccinated, the plan was fulfilled by 93.5%, writes IA ChitaMedia. 324 thousand people were vaccinated among adults.

For citizens from risk groups, vaccination is free of charge in polyclinics. In addition, vaccination teams travel to educational institutions and social facilities.

The Ministry of Health believes that an increase in the incidence of acute respiratory viral infections and influenza in the country is expected in December and January. Swine flu and Hong Kong flu are among the strains expected this season.

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