Health Minister Launches Seasonal Winter Vaccination Campaign at 90 Health Centers and Hospitals

Health Minister Dr. Ahmed Al-Awadi launched the winter vaccination campaign for the current season, attended by Assistant Undersecretary for Public Health Affairs Dr. Al-Mundhir Al-Husawi, at the Mubarak Al-Husawi Specialized Health Center in the Hittin area. The initiative is part of the Ministry of Health’s efforts to enhance prevention against seasonal respiratory diseases and mitigate their complications, particularly among high-risk groups.

The Ministry clarified that the campaign includes vaccinations against seasonal influenza, as well as recommended vaccines to prevent pneumonia. Vaccines are available to citizens and residents at 90 health centers and hospitals distributed across various health regions, facilitating easy access and utilization.

The Ministry emphasized the importance of receiving seasonal vaccinations, especially for the elderly, children, patients with chronic diseases, pregnant women, individuals with weakened immune systems, and healthcare workers. It called on members of society to take advantage of the campaign in accordance with medical guidelines and recommendations.

For his part, Dr. Hamad Bastaki, Head of the Infectious Disease Control Department, affirmed that vaccinations represent the first line of defense against winter respiratory diseases, as they reduce the likelihood of infection, lessen the severity of the illness and its complications, and lower the number of cases requiring hospitalization.

Dr. Bastaki noted the Ministry of Health’s commitment to making vaccines available at as many health centers and hospitals as possible to facilitate access for citizens and residents. He encouraged everyone, particularly those at higher risk of complications, to get vaccinated promptly.