A total of 131,023 doses of different types of influenza vaccines were given to authorities last season, with a total unused balance of 13,349 doses, according to information released by the SPKC. The actual use of vaccines purchased last year was 117,674 doses.
A total of 124,720 doses of influenza vaccines have been contracted for this season, according to the National Health Service (NVD).
A total of three types of influenza vaccines have been procured: Eflueda Tetra, a high-dose vaccine for patients aged 60 and over; Fluenz Tetra for children aged two to 17 years who belong to certain health risk groups; Influvac Tetra is for the rest.
The NVD also notes that the contract will allow for the delivery of an additional 5,900 doses of influenza vaccine.
