Health Dept. urges flu vaccinations as holiday season progresses

Chief Medical Officer Dr. Iris Cardona

By The Star Staff

With the increase in family gatherings and community activities during the Christmas holidays, the Puerto Rico Department of Health has reinforced its call to get vaccinated against influenza, emphasizing the need to protect the most vulnerable populations, such as children, older adults and people with chronic conditions.

To facilitate access to the vaccine, the Department of Health, in collaboration with various providers, has organized vaccination clinics throughout the island during December. The activities, which cover municipalities such as San Juan, Río Grande, Humacao, Ponce, Aguada, Orocovis, Manatí and Toa Baja, among others, are designed to reduce the risk of serious complications and keep communities healthy during the holiday season.

“The influenza vaccine is the most effective tool to prevent serious complications and hospitalizations, especially in vulnerable people,” Chief Medical Officer Dr. Iris Cardona said.

More information on vaccination activities and locations can be obtained by calling 787-522-3985 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or by visiting the Department of Health’s social media channels.