All citizens can be vaccinated on Thursday, December 4, from 8.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. at the public health department at Paracelsusstraße 1-9 in Salzgitter-Bad.
This time, however, pre-registration is required so that staff can better plan the vaccination appointment.
Interested parties should register by calling 05341 / 839-2386, stating
- their age
- and the desired vaccination and receive a fixed appointment.
By registering, the public health department can reserve the required vaccine for the respective participants. Everyone decides for themselves whether they want to receive one or both vaccinations. It is important to bring your own insurance card and vaccination card with you on this day.
Why does this offer make sense?
Medical studies suggest that high-risk patients in particular benefit from vaccination. The most important benefits include Reduction in the risk of severe disease progression from influenza and COVID-19. Reduction in complications, hospitalizations and mortality from these two diseases in the general population. Other health benefits: Research suggests that vaccination against respiratory diseases can reduce the risk of secondary diseases, including cardiovascular disease, by preventing infections or making them milder.
Risk groups and STIKO recommendations:
The Standing Committee on Vaccination (STIKO) recommends the following risk groups in particular to be vaccinated against influenza and COVID-19:
- Older people: People aged 60 and over are particularly at risk of suffering severe courses of both flu and COVID-19 infection. The vaccinations offer effective protection.
- People with chronic illnesses: People with pre-existing conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease or a weakened immune system should urgently get vaccinated.
- Pregnant women: Pregnant women have an increased risk of complications from flu or COVID-19 infection. Vaccination protects both the mother and the unborn child.
- Residents and employees of care facilities: This group is exposed to an increased risk of infection due to the close community and constant contact with many people. Vaccinations are particularly important here to prevent outbreaks.
- Healthcare staff: Medical staff and carers should be vaccinated to protect themselves and their patients.
Contact person
The contact person for questions about the flu and COVID-19 vaccination is doctor Athanassia Moudiou from the Salzgitter City Health Department, Paracelsusstraße 1-9, in Salzgitter-Bad. She can be contacted on 05341 / 839-2229 or by email at gesundheitstadt.salzgitterde
