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50% advance recorded in influenza vaccination
Mnoticias / Monterrey, NL .- Noting that the vaccine has been well accepted among the population, the Secretary of Health in the state said that so far have been applied about 600 thousand doses.
Jesus Zacarias Villarreal said sectorally apply one million 200 thousand vaccines, so we can say that there has been a 50 percent advance in the field.
However, the call to the public is to get vaccinated as soon as possible, since in this winter season, which began last October 1, and there have been seven cases of seasonal influenza.
"We have 50 percent of the target vaccination to date we have applied 600 000 doses."
Note that the shot is given to children six months to five years, pregnant women, elderly or chronically ill and health personnel.
The official denied the existence of the H1N1 virus, but urged to remain vigilant and continue to address the recommendations, such as frequent hand washing.
In addition to avoiding the excesses of self-medication and alcohol, stay hydrated and to see a doctor if any symptoms.