Free Influenza Vaccination Program in Yongin Special City

Eligibility and Vaccination Schedule

Yongin Special City will provide free influenza vaccinations at 375 contracted medical institutions in the region from September 20 to April 30, 2024. The vaccination target is approximately 395,225 people, including:

• Children
• Pregnant women
• Seniors over 65 years old
• Livelihood and medical aid recipients
• The disabled

Seniors over 65 can also receive the COVID-19 vaccine simultaneously.

Vaccination Schedule

The vaccination schedule is as follows:

• September 20: Children eligible for ‘two doses’
• October 2: Children eligible for ‘one dose’ and pregnant women
• October 11: Seniors aged 75 and older
• October 15: Seniors aged 70 to 74
• October 18: Seniors aged 65 to 69
• October 25: Self-vaccination for Yongin citizens (seniors aged 60 to 64, livelihood and medical aid recipients aged 14 to 59, and the disabled)

Designated Medical Institutions and Guidance

The list of contracted medical institutions can be found on the vaccination assistant site (Yongin Special City Health Center website). For guidance, please call the Yongin Special City Call Center (1577-1122).

Importance of Vaccination

A health center official emphasized the importance of vaccination, especially for seniors over 65 years old, who can receive both flu and COVID-19 vaccinations simultaneously. It is essential to bring a valid ID when getting vaccinated.