Fourth phase of seasonal flu vaccination campaign

Following the first phase launched on 15 October, which prioritised vaccinations for over 65s residents in the Principality, a second phase that began on 3 November and covered all Monegasque nationals and residents, then, from 23 November, all employees insured by the Monaco Social Security Funds and the State Medical Benefits Office (SPME) and their dependents, the Prince’s Government is expanding the scope of the flu vaccination campaign.

Since Monday 14 December, anyone who would like a flu vaccine, whether or not they are residents of the Principality, has been able to get one from the country’s chemist shops, with or without a medical prescription.

In practice, the vaccines are available from the Principality’s chemists. Patients can choose to have the vaccine administered by the chemist, or by their normal doctor or a private nurse.

The cost of the vaccine will be fully reimbursed by the patient’s social security fund.

The health authorities’ goal is to encourage as many people as possible to get vaccinated, thereby making every effort to limit the compounding effects of the two viruses, which may be circulating at the same time.