Flu vaccine. Norwegian vaccination program.
According to press information, the Norwegian government has reserved approximately 1,2 million doses of the vaccine for target groups. They are covered by the program vaccinations against flu and about 300 thousand for others. Vaccination program provides priority for risk groups and is available until December 1st. The cost of the vaccine is CZK 50, but those who have the so-called “frikort” the vaccine will be free. For those who are not in the risk group, they must wait until December.
By stopping the wave of flu, the government wants to reduce the burden on the health service during the pandemic - said Minister of Health and Care Bent Hoie.
The cost of the vaccination program will be approximately PLN 190 million crowns.
People to be prioritized at vaccination.
These are people who have a condition or disease at increased risk of flu-related complications. Additionally, those who are on the list of risk groups of the National Institute of Public Health. Moreover, it should be treated as a priority medical staff. whose work focuses on the patient, said Bent Høie.
During the coronavirus pandemic, there was a huge demand for purchases flu vaccines. However Norwegian Institute of Public Health We managed to get about 50 percent more doses this year than last year. Previously, the implantation rate was approximately 40 percent people over 65 years of age. This year, the government is ready to meet the demand for a little more than 60 percent.
Who is covered by the program, i.e. who is at risk.
Everyone over 65 years of age. Adults and children with heart disease and lungs, diabetes, liver or kidney failure, neurological diseases, weakened immune system and severe obesity.
pregnant women in the second and third trimester and women in the first trimester who have chronic diseases or are employees service health.
It should be added that vaccinations are not compulsory for both risk groups and other groups. Those interested should contact their family doctors, you can also ask about vaccinations in pharmacies.
