Chief Executive John Lee led a number of Principal Officials to receive the seasonal influenza vaccination (SIV) recently and called on members of the public to get vaccinated as early as possible to build an immunity barrier in the community together.

Getting vaccinated sooner rather than later will also better protect their health and that of their family members, Mr Lee added.

The Chief Executive and some of the officials also received COVID-19 booster shots concurrently.

“Vaccination is one of the most effective means for preventing seasonal influenza and its complications, as well as reducing the risk of hospitalisation and death arising from influenza.

“The Department of Health had earlier reminded members of the public that Hong Kong has entered the summer influenza season. Members of the public should get vaccinated as early as possible to protect themselves and their family members,” Mr Lee reiterated.

Secretary for Health Prof Lo Chung-mau made the same appeal, noting that various programmes fully commenced on September 25 to provide free or subsidised SIV services for eligible people, with the Vaccination Subsidy Scheme being advanced by three days to launch on September 22.

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