Vaccination.

Certain individuals are at increased risk for serious illness from influenza or COVID-19. To protect themselves against this, it is best to get vaccinated.

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Influenza vaccination is recommended for the following groups:

• Individuals aged 65 and older

• People who reside in long-term care facilities, such as nursing homes

• Individuals with certain underlying health conditions

  • Respiratory conditions

  • Liver conditions

  • Metabolic conditions such as diabetes type 1 and 2

  • Heart conditions

  • Neurological conditions and severe mental health disorders such as dementia

  • Certain rare diseases (including Down syndrome)

• All individuals with immune disorders and their family members

• Pregnant women

• Individuals with obesity (BMI > 40)

• All individuals working in the healthcare sector, both in and outside healthcare facilities

• People living with infants under 6 months of age whose mother was not vaccinated during pregnancy

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More information can be found at: https://www.laatjevaccineren.be/voor-wie-is-vaccinatie-tegen-covid-en-griep-aanbevolen.

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During the month of November, you can make an appointment:

1. At your pharmacy:

   • Check which pharmacists offer vaccinations at www.apotheek.be.

   • Or contact your own pharmacist.

2. At your general practitioner (GP):

   • You can do this via www.huisartsenkleinantwerpen.be or by phone.

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What do you need to bring with you?

• Your influenza vaccine: You can purchase this without a prescription at the pharmacy. The groups mentioned above are eligible for a discount on the vaccine purchase.

• Wear comfortable clothing.