Only two million French people have been vaccinated against Covid-19. Two weeks before the end-of-year holidays, it is not too late to receive a dose of vaccine, health authorities remind us.
- Vaccination figures against Covid-19 and flu are falling in France.
- As the end-of-year holidays approach, health authorities are calling on those affected to receive their dose of vaccine.
- Doctors, pharmacists, nurses and midwives can carry out vaccinations.
“Fever, cough, body aches…don’t let flu or Covid-19 spoil your end-of-year holidays.”warns the Ministry of Health. Two weeks before the festivities, he notes a drop in vaccination, compared to previous years. In an exchange with the regional press, relayed by THE Parisianhealth authorities recall the importance of vaccination.
Flu and Covid-19: a reduction in vaccination
The vaccination campaign for winter 2024-2025 started on October 15. Since then, only two million people have received a dose of vaccine against Covid-19, compared to double last year at the same period according to the Ile-de-France daily. Flu vaccination figures are also down compared to last year. “Getting vaccinated is a simple gesture and remains the simplest way to protect yourself against serious forms of flu and Covid-19recalls the Hauts-de-France Regional Health Agency in a press release. Since vaccination is effective around 15 days after the injection, there is still time to get vaccinated before the holidays.” She specifies that it is possible to receive the two injections, against the flu and Covid-19, at the same time.
How to get vaccinated against the flu and Covid-19?
As pointed out by Ministry of Healthvaccination against influenza and Covid-19 is recommended and 100% covered by Health Insurance for people most at risk, health professionals and other populations in contact with vulnerable people. These include people over 65, those with comorbidities (such as chronic heart disease, a form of diabetes, cancer, etc.), immunocompromised people, pregnant women, nursing home residents, etc. . Regarding Covid-19, the vaccine is 100% covered by Health Insurance for anyone wishing to receive it. “Doctors, pharmacists, nurses and midwives are all professionals authorized to prescribe and administer vaccinations against influenza and Covid-19.indicates the Ministry of Health. This year, Health Insurance invited more than 17.2 million people to be vaccinated against flu and Covid-19. All received care vouchers to present during vaccination.
Flu and Covid-19: barrier gestures are complementary to vaccination
In addition to the vaccine, health authorities point out that barrier gestures remain essential. If you experience symptoms, such as cough, fever or sore throat, it is recommended to wear a mask. In all cases, they suggest continuing to ventilate the rooms regularly and washing your hands frequently.
