“Free Influenza Vaccination for 7 Risk Groups from May 1 – August 31, 2023”

start vaccination “Influenza” is free for 7 risk groups from May 1 – August 31, reiterating only the gold patent, revealing that the Bangkok area has reserved the right to inject through “pockets” starting from April 17, specifying the vaccine as type 3. southern hemisphere species
On April 16, Dr. Chadet Thammathatcha-aree, Secretary-General of the National Health Security Office (NHSO), said that the seasonal influenza vaccine is now being prepared. For people in 7 risk groups this year, injections are given free of charge. Starting from May 1 – August 31, 2023 or until the vaccine runs out. It is a southern hemisphere strain vaccine recommended by the World Health Organization. that covers protection against 3 strains of influenza viruses (A H1N1, A H3N2 and B/Victoria)
“Influenza is caused by infection with the influenza virus. There are intermittent outbreaks in the rainy season and winter. People generally have few symptoms such as high fever, runny nose, cough, sore throat, headache, fatigue, body aches. rhinitis Most of them can be cured by themselves. But risk groups may have severe complications and death, such as pneumonia, encephalitis, so vaccination is necessary in risk groups. Reduce confusion in the diagnosis of COVID-19 that consistently finds patients And can help reduce the severity and death rate from COVID, ”said Dr. Chadet.

Dr. Chadet said that the number of vaccines this year is limited, so anyone in the 7 risk groups should hurry up and get vaccinated as soon as possible, free of charge. Before the vaccine runs out, people from 7 risk groups are 1) pregnant women, gestational age of 4 months or more, 2) children aged 6 months to 2 years, 3) people with 7 chronic diseases, namely COPD, asthma, heart disease. 4) People aged 65 years and over 5) Thalassemia and immunocompromised people (including symptomatic HIV-infected), 6) obese (weight > 100 kg or BMI > 35 kg/m2), and 7) people with aphasia who cannot help themselves. In the case of pregnant women, influenza vaccines are available year-round. As for treatment rights other than the gold card, wait for the announcement again.

In addition, it also cooperates with Krung Thai Bank Limited, allowing people to use gold patents in Bangkok only. “Health Bag” on the application “Paotang” can be opened for reservations from April 17 – August 31, 2023 or until the vaccine runs out. If inconvenient, contact any service unit or hospital in the gold card system. It is recommended to call to make an appointment in advance. to reduce congestion for vaccination services