This year’s vaccine has arrived! Please call the clinic and come for the injection.The 2020-21 vaccine contains the following virus strains:- A/Guangdong-Maonan/SWL1536/2019 (H1N1)pdm09-like virus
- A/Hong Kong/2671/2019 (H3N2)-like virus
- B/Washington/02/2019-like virus (B/Victoria lineage)
- B/Phuket/3073/2013-like virus (B/Yamagata lineage)
Who? 1. ALL Children (from 6 months to 12 years);2. ALL persons aged above 50 years; 3. High risk persons (chronic diseases);4. Individuals at high risk work places(children in day care, child care personnel, Institutional workers, doctors, teachers etc.);5. Pregnant women;6. Anyone who wants to reduce the chance of contracting Influenza To provide maximum protection, include ALL FAMILY MEMBERS. When?NOW, before year end preferably. How many doses?| 1. Adults and children 9 years or older | – 1 dose every year | | 2. Children under 9 years | – First time: 2 doses spaced 1 month apart;subsequently, every year |
How is it given?- Injecting into the muscle (Vaxigrip-Tetra, Fluarix-Tetra) – It is suitable for children age from six months onwards. There are 2 injectable inactivated vaccines available at our clinic.
- Administer to nostrils (Flumist) – It is suitable for children age from 2 years onwards. This is a live- attenuated vaccine.
- None of these vaccines contain thimerosal.
Side effects?1. Pain and swelling of the injection site2. Mild flu-like symptoms (fever, runny nose and tiredness)3. Allergic reactions: rarePlease call our staff at ☎ 2526 6332 / 9877 1662 for information.This information is only for Children at 818 patients’ reference. |
