Mar 3 • 21:38 UTC 🇪🇨 Ecuador El Universo (ES)

Free influenza vaccine available until May 30 for priority groups

Ecuador's Ministry of Public Health has extended the free influenza vaccination campaign until May 30, 2026, amid an increase in respiratory illness cases this winter.

The Ministry of Public Health (MSP) in Ecuador has announced an extension of the "Get Vaccinated Against Influenza" campaign for an additional 60 days, now lasting until May 30, 2026. This decision was made to address the heightened impact of respiratory infections during the winter season and was formalized through a presidential decree. The extension aims to encourage greater vaccination rates among the population, particularly within high-risk groups.

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