Flu vaccine clinics will be held across the Cayman Islands in the coming weeks following the arrival of the seasonal vaccinations on island.
The vaccines will be available at the Cayman Islands Hospital, District Health Centres in Grand Cayman, Faith Hospital Cayman Brac and Little Cayman Clinic.
“The flu vaccine remains as important during this flu season as is with the COVID-19 booster vaccine. Both vaccines can be given at the same time or 14 days apart,” Director of Primary Health Care Dr. Samuel Williams-Rodriguez said in a statement.
He added, “All persons 6 months and older are encouraged to get the flu vaccine to protect themselves and others. It is especially important for people at high risk of severe flu-related complications and those who live with or care for them.”
The flu vaccine is free to all residents. No appointments are necessary; however, people should indicate to the registration officer at the clinic that they need to have the flu shot, Public Health advised.
Locations and times
• The Atrium (front entrance) at the Cayman Islands Hospital from 10am-noon, Monday through Friday, beginning Wednesday, 5 Oct. to Friday, 14 Oct.
• The General Practice Clinic at the Cayman Islands Hospital, and all District Health Centres, from 2-4pm, Monday through Friday, beginning Tuesday, 11 Oct.
• Faith Hospital in Cayman Brac – Residents of Cayman Brac should contact Faith Hospital on 948-2243 to make arrangements.
• The Little Cayman Clinic – Residents of Little Cayman should contact the clinic on 948-0114 to make arrangements.
Get vaccinated at work
The Public Health Department is also offering on-site workplace vaccinations for companies with 20 or more employees.
“This is to minimize workplace disruption and ensure that as many persons as possible get vaccinated,” Williams-Rodriguez said.
Companies interested in the programme can contact the Public Health Department at 244-2621, 244- 2889, or email [email protected] to register.
Flu shots will also be available at participating supermarkets across the islands in the coming weeks. Public Health advised that a schedule for this will be provided at a later date.
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