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Canary Islands Launch 2025-2026 Flu Vaccination Campaign
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The Canary Islands Health Service (SCS) has initiated its annual influenza vaccination campaign, offering a range of vaccines to protect vulnerable populations throughout the archipelago. Appointments are now available via 012 or dedicated phone lines.
Who should Get vaccinated?
The flu vaccine is recommended for a broad range of individuals to maximize protection and minimize the spread of influenza. Specifically, the Canary Islands Health Service prioritizes vaccination for the following groups:
- Individuals over 60 years of age
- Pregnant women
- Individuals aged 6 years or older with chronic illnesses
- Residents of long-term care facilities
- Cohabitants of vulnerable individuals
- Children between 6 months and 6 years of age
- Essential community workers
This year, the campaign expands vaccine availability to more children and offers the intranasal vaccine to those under 15 with risk factors, aiming to increase coverage and improve health outcomes for these groups.
Vaccine Availability and Types
The SCS has procured 267,000 doses of influenza vaccines, ensuring sufficient supply to meet the needs of the targeted populations. This year, five different types of flu vaccines will be available, offering tailored protection based on individual health status and age.
Abián Montesdeoca highlighted the importance of expanding the vaccine offer to younger children and the availability of the intranasal vaccine for at-risk children under 15,predicting a positive impact on both their health and the health of those around them.
How to Schedule an Appointment
Residents of the Canary Islands can schedule their flu vaccination appointments through the following channels:
- 012: The central health service telephone number.
- 922 470 012: Dedicated phone line for vaccination appointments.
- 928 301 012: Another dedicated phone line for vaccination appointments.
These phone lines offer appointment scheduling without any additional charges.
Campaign Timeline and Potential Extension
The official flu vaccination campaign is scheduled to run until December 31, 2025. However, the SCS retains the option to extend the campaign until March 31, 2026, depending on the prevailing epidemiological situation and the need to continue protecting the population.
Monitoring influenza activity and vaccination coverage rates will inform the decision regarding a potential extension, ensuring a responsive and effective public health strategy.