The Ministry stated, during its response to a number of frequently asked questions in its guide to protecting the elderly from influenza, that it is recommended to consult a doctor when the body temperature rises to 38 degrees Celsius as a result of the infection.
In response to a question about the importance of the vaccine for the recovering, she confirmed that obtaining it enhances immunity within the body in the face of other viral strains, noting that antibodies in the body are formed after taking the vaccine within about a week.
The ministry stated, during its response to a question about what should be done after the elderly receive the vaccine, that this age group does not need precautions or special preventive measures, noting that the elderly can practice their lives normally after receiving the vaccine.
