Under an expanded government immunisation programme, senior citizens aged 60 and above will be eligible for free influenza vaccinations starting this 18th February.
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The Ministry of Health (MOH) said appointments can be made through the MySejahtera app starting this Friday (14th February). However, availability depends on phased nationwide distribution.
According to a report, this immunization programme aims to reduce serious complications caused by influenza infections, such as pneumonia, sepsis, and heart inflammation, which could lead to hospitalization or worse.
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MOH recommended that the influenza vaccine be taken once a year by all members of society, especially those in the high-risk groups.
This includes senior citizens aged 60 and above with one or more chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, obesity, hypertension and kidney disease.
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