KUALA LUMPUR: The Health Ministry is offering 57,093 appointment slots for senior citizens with comorbidities to receive free influenza vaccinations.
The initiative, under the Influenza Immunisation Programme for Senior Citizens, is being implemented at 649 selected health clinics nationwide until the end of August.
“Eligible senior citizens should book their appointments promptly before all slots are filled.
“The vaccine is provided free of charge, covering the cost of the vaccine, equipment and related healthcare services.
“Appointments can be made via the MySejahtera app,” it said.
The public may also contact their nearest district health office, visit the ministry’s website or social media pages or walk in to any participating health clinic for further information, Bernama reported.
The ministry added that senior citizens without access to MySejahtera may walk into any listed health clinic for registration and vaccination, subject to slot availability.
“This step is crucial in preventing serious complications and reducing hospital admissions due to influenza infections among high-risk groups,” the ministry said.
The programme which provides free influenza vaccines to senior citizens with one or more chronic illnesses, began on Feb 18.
