Algarrobo exceeds 100% in vaccination against influenza

Immunization reached 104.5% – with more than 9 thousand people -, thus exceeding the entire target group of Minsal’s winter campaign, which reaches 8,778 people in Algarrobo.

The Municipality of Algarrobo announced the vaccination coverage in the commune against influenza, reaching 104.5% – with more than 9 thousand people immunized -, thus exceeding the entire target group of the winter campaign of the Ministry of Health (Minsal), which targeted 8,778 people.

“We are very happy with the work carried out by our officials at the Algarrobo Family Health Center (Cesfam). “This is a very important objective achieved to protect the health of our elderly (60 years or older), children under six years of age, pregnant women and people with chronic diseases,” highlighted the Mayor of Algarrobo Marco Antonio González.

In addition, the mayor called on people who have not been vaccinated to approach Cesfam, and thus prevent health complications derived from influenza. “Get vaccinated every year is the best way to reduce the risk of contracting the disease, spreading it to other people and suffering complications.”

On the occasion, the importance of timely immunization was emphasized since it is a disease that can lead to hospitalization and even deathwith serious complications such as pneumonia and severe bronchitis. Likewise, influenza can also cause complications of certain diseases such as diabetes, asthma, and heart or lung disease.

Likewise, the authority highlighted that, with these results achieved, the commune of Algarrobo exceeded the influenza vaccination goal of 85% – at the national level and by target group – established by the Minsal.