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Hong Kong advances flu vaccine program for students and high-risk groups

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Hong Kong is launching its seasonal influenza vaccination program earlier this year, starting September 17. This initiative aims to increase vaccination rates, particularly among students and high-risk groups, by diversifying procurement and streamlining administrative processes. The government is prioritizing reminders from doctors to encourage uptake among the elderly and young children. AI

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Hong Kong advances flu vaccine program for students and high-risk groups

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Leopold Chen ·

    Hong Kong students, high-risk cases can get flu vaccines 1 week early this year

    Hong Kong school students and other residents deemed at risk can receive their influenza vaccines one week earlier this year, after the government diversified its procurement efforts and streamlined administrative measures. Authorities also said on Monday it would aim to boost th…

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