Representative Neodi Saretta, president of the Health Commission of the Legislative Assembly of Santa Catarina, expressed his concern about the low uptake of the flu vaccine in the state. Saretta highlighted the need to expand vaccination to the entire population and emphasized the importance of immunization to protect the most vulnerable groups. The request was forwarded to the Secretary of State for Health.
Since March 18, the flu vaccine has been available in the state, however, according to data from the State Department of Health, only 20.7% of doses have been administered so far, an alarming number that requires immediate attention from health authorities. health.
The deputy appealed to the State Department of Health to bring forward the expansion of flu vaccination to the entire population, before the campaign deadline, which is at the end of May. “I’m sure there are a lot of people waiting for this release”, concluded Saretta.”, highlighted Saretta.
The deputy emphasized the critical scenario faced by hospitals, which are overcrowded and facing difficulties in adequately serving everyone. With elective surgeries being postponed and waiting lists growing, the healthcare system is overwhelmed, making flu vaccination a crucial measure to ease pressure on healthcare services.
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