Rufino, Argentina Launches Neighborhood vaccination Drive Amid Rising Respiratory Illnesses

Rufino, Argentina – Local health authorities are intensifying efforts to protect residents against a surge in respiratory diseases, including COVID-19 and influenza, through a series of convenient neighborhood vaccination days. The initiative, spearheaded by the Rufino Municipal Hospital, aims to increase immunization rates and improve access to preventative care for all citizens.

Bringing Healthcare to the Community

The vaccination campaign began in the Sol de mayo neighborhood and continued yesterday at the health hall in Barrio El Salto. These mobile vaccination clinics offer calendar vaccines against COVID-19, pediatric influenza, and adult influenza strains. according to Cristhian Heredia, director of the Municipal Hospital “Salvador Scavuzzo,” these outreach programs are a core component of Mayor Rubén Dagum’s management’s commitment to accessible healthcare.

Did You Know? Argentina experienced a meaningful increase in influenza cases during the winter months of 2023, prompting heightened public health alerts and vaccination campaigns nationwide. Source: Argentina.gob.ar

Upcoming Vaccination Schedule and Current Health Situation

A third vaccination day is scheduled for Wednesday, August 13, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM in Barrio Pinares. Officials are also considering a fourth event in the city center, with the date to be confirmed.Heredia noted that while cases of COVID-19 and influenza A are currently elevated, they remain “very well