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Egypt's Health Ministry Announces Nationwide Flu Vaccine Availability and Issues Prevention Tips
October 4, 2026 at 07:01 AM
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الصحة: توافر لقاح الإنفلونزا الموسمية قبل الشتاء بجميع مكاتبنا بالمحافظات
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"للوقاية من الإنفلونزا".. 6 نصائح مهمة من "الصحة" لحماية نفسك وأسرتك
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الصحة: توافر لقاح الإنفلونزا الموسمية قبل الشتاء بجميع مكاتبنا بالمحافظات
(opens the publisher’s site)Egypt's Ministry of Health has announced the seasonal flu vaccine is available nationwide and issued prevention guidance ahead of the winter season.
- The Ministry of Health and Population announced the seasonal flu vaccine is available at non-routine vaccination offices in all governorates.
- Deputy Health Minister Amr Qandil said annual vaccination ahead of winter is essential, particularly for the elderly, children, pregnant women, and chronic disease patients.
- Ministry spokesperson Hossam Abdel Ghaffar said the vaccine's formula is updated annually and urged citizens to get vaccinated before the winter season.
- The ministry issued six prevention tips, including regular hand washing, covering coughs, and avoiding crowded, poorly ventilated places.