Vaccination sites include 239 family clinics and municipal health centers, in addition to two Carioca Super Vaccination Centers, located in Botafogo and Campo Grande
The Municipal Health Department of the (SMS) started the vaccination campaign against the XBB variant of aimed at individuals from six months of age. Immunization will be available until December 1st, and it is essential that those vaccinated have received the previous dose at least one year ago. Vaccination sites include 239 family clinics and municipal health centers, in addition to two Carioca Super Vaccination Centers, located in Botafogo and Campo Grande. The new vaccine, Covid-19 Monovalent (XBB), is already widely used in several countries.
The vaccine can be applied as a booster dose for priority groups, at intervals of six months or once a year, depending on medical recommendation. This strategy aims to increase the population’s protection against Covid-19, especially at a time when new variants are in circulation. Citizens who wish to get vaccinated must make sure they comply with previous vaccination requirements.
Published by Sarah Paula
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