THIS upcoming holiday season, senior citizens from two care homes in Kuala Lumpur are safeguarded against influenza through a free vaccination drive organised by a private hospital.
On Wednesday and Thursday, Tung Shin Hospital visited the Selangor King George V Silver Jubilee Home (SKGV) and Rumah Charis in Kuala Lumpur to administer vaccines as part of its “A Season of Care: Protecting Our Elders Together” campaign.
In a media statement, Tung Shin Hospital medical officer Dr Meerasha Arumugham said vaccination was the “most crucial step” at this time, with increased social contact expected during the festive period.
“For a senior, the flu is never just a minor illness. It is a severe inflammatory event that can increase their risk of heart attack tenfold and stroke eightfold.
"Vaccination ensures their survival and well-being while contributing to herd immunity within these communal homes,” she said.
The statement added that Tung Shin Hospital’s mission was to bridge the vaccination gap among senior citizens by mobilising its team to reach the community directly.
“Ensuring protection of the elderly residents during this holiday season provides both dignity and peace of mind,” it read.
“Through this initiative at both SKGV and Rumah Charis, Tung Shin Hospital reaffirms its commitment to the underprivileged, highlighting the vital importance of preventive care and community solidarity.
"This care is a promise to our elders that they are seen, valued and protected,” the hospital added.
