Seasonal flu vaccination will begin nationwide on October 21; the vaccine is free for all citizens

Seasonal flu vaccination will begin nationwide on October 21; the vaccine is free for all citizens and fully funded by the state.

According to the Ministry of Health, as part of the state immunization program, Georgia has procured 200,000 doses of a French-made, three-component seasonal flu vaccine (Vaxigrip by SANOFI WINTHROP INDUSTRIE)—one of the vaccines recommended by the WHO. "The vaccine is tailored to the strains expected to circulate during the flu season.

Vaccination is particularly important for high-risk groups, including individuals with chronic illnesses, cancer patients, pregnant women, people aged 60 and older, medical personnel, as well as residents and staff of shelters and care homes.

Vaccination is available for individuals aged 6 months and older at medical facilities and polyclinics that provide such services, and it is completely free of charge," the statement notes.