Alsmeer – All children are offered free vaccinations by the GGD as part of the National Immunization Program. More than 95% of all parents in the Netherlands have their children vaccinated. If everyone gets all the vaccinations, the whole of Holland will be well protected against twelve serious diseases, such as measles, tetanus and various forms of cancer. For children up to 4 years of age, this is done through the outpatient clinic and is part of the health examinations. School-age children are invited to broader vaccination campaigns in the spring and autumn.
On Wednesday 26 October, from 11:30 to 19:00, there will be a vaccination campaign at Sporthal De Water Lily aan de Dreef for young people from 9 years old, living in Aalsmeer, Kudelstaart, De Kwakel and Uithoorn. In September, RIVM sent the vaccination cards and letters from GGD Youth Health Care to parents and children with the exact date and time when the vaccination appointment will take place. For more information, questions, objections or to reschedule an appointment, please contact JGZ on 020-5555961 or visit www.ggd.amsterdam.nl/vaccineren.
Prikanst
Youth health workers have a lot of experience in dealing with the fear of needles in children. A positive approach and distraction often help with stinging anxiety. It is important that children are already prepared at home for what will happen and that there is as much rest as possible during the vaccination period. For this reason, a separate room was set up for the vaccination campaign, the special injection point. Young people and parents can personally request the special room for injections or be referred to it.
Corona vaccination
Corona vaccinations are available for everyone aged 5 and over. These are provided by another department of GGD Amsterdam by appointment. For an appointment you can call 0800-7070.
