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Written by Walid Abdel Salam Wednesday, December 27, 2023 10:15 am The Ministry of Health and Population said that the flu vaccine is very important because it protects against seasonal flu complications that lead to death.
The Ministry of Health and Population advised the elderly, pregnant women, children and people with chronic diseases to get vaccinated against the flu, emphasizing that the vaccination provides up to 90% protection against complications.
The Ministry of Health and Population explained that flu vaccines protect against influenza viruses and are an injection administered with a needle in the arm.
Dr. Mustafa Mohammadi, head of the National Vaccination Center in Vaxir, continued: “The serum activates the immune system to produce antibodies against the disease, but does not provide complete protection like other vaccinations. Rather, it reduces the severity of the infection and the frequency of influenza infection.
He stressed the importance of receiving a flu vaccine to maintain the health of citizens, saying that the flu vaccine is the best protection against flu in winter.
He said steps must be followed to maintain protection against viruses such as influenza and corona, including washing hands frequently and vigorously with soap and water for a period of at least 20 seconds and using alcohol-based hand sanitizers instead of soap and water are not available.
You should also avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth, avoid crowded places, and avoid contact with sick people. She advised covering your mouth with a tissue or your elbow when sneezing or coughing, then washing your hands and vigorously brushing and sterilizing frequently touched surfaces, including tables, door handles and light switches.
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