The City of Cape Town announced that it’s Health Department will once again make flu vaccines available to the elderly and other vulnerable citizens who may be at risk of developing severe disease.
The City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Health, Patricia van der Ross further indicated that the department conducts annual vaccinations targeting residents who are at increased risk for severe influenza or complications. She said flu vaccines are an additional health measure offered by City clinics free of charge as citizens can receive their flu shot and COVID-19 vaccine on the same day as there is no waiting period between the administration of the two.