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The Hong Kong government will launch this year’s seasonal influenza vaccination program on September 17, with public hospitals and outpatient clinics under the Hospital Authority (HA) offering subsidized or free flu jabs to high-risk people, those who have follow-up appointments or are admitted for treatment.
The vaccines are also administered in accredited private clinics.
The Center for Health Protecton, which leads the Government
Vaccination Program 2026/27, said the influenza season began in late June.
“A total of 11 severe paediatric cases have been recorded.
Among these cases, six patients have recovered and been discharged from
hospital, one patient is in stable condition, one is in serious condition, two
are in critical condition and one has passed away," said CHP Controller Dr
Edwin Tsui.
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In a statement, the HA appealed to members of the public to
receive vaccinations early.
"The influenza activity in Hong Kong has remained at a
relatively high level, and the risk of influenza transmission will increase
accordingly. High-risk individuals such as chronic disease patients, the
elderly and children may develop severe complications after an influenza
infection, leading to serious illness or death,” the HA said.
“Vaccinations can enhance immunity against influenza and
greatly reduce the risk of serious illness and death from infection. The
protection will last for at least six months, providing effective protection
for members of the public. Since it takes about two to four weeks to develop
antibodies after inoculation, the public is urged to receive flu jabs early to
build up an immunity barrier for themselves," it added.
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Eligible for vaccination are:
- Persons aged six months to under 18 years, and those aged 50 years or above;
- Pregnant women;
- Eligible persons with intellectual or physical disabilities;
- Persons aged 18 to 49 years with chronic medical problems; and
- Long-stay in-patients.
Members of the public can enquire about details of this
year's seasonal influenza vaccination program at the respective specialist
outpatient clinics or FMCs they attend, or make enquiries via the HA hotline
2300 6555 during office hours.
