Against the flu, covid-19 or pneumococcus: why get vaccinated?

The vaccination campaign for the 2024-2025 season has started October 15 in mainland France and will end on January 31, 2025 with an end scheduled for January 31, 2025 for influenza. This campaign includes vaccination against influenza, COVID-19 and pneumococcus, with the possibility of receiving the vaccines simultaneously.

The different vaccines and their specificities

Every year it is necessary to renew vaccination against influenza and COVID-19 due to different strains and seasonally limited protection.

Flu vaccination

• It is recommended for people at risk: People aged 65 and over, pregnant women and people with chronic illnesses.
• Three vaccines available.
• 100% support for targeted populations.
• Objective of 75% vaccination coverage for populations at risk.

Vaccination against Covid-19

• Only one vaccine available (3 dosages depending on age).
• Recommended for people at risk of severe disease.
• 100% support for everyone.
• 6 month deadline after the last injection/infection.

These measures aim to protect vulnerable populations against these respiratory infections and limit their spread.

The importance of vaccination against pneumococcus

Vaccination against pneumococcusless known but essential, helps prevent pneumococcal pneumonia, a serious lung infection. It is recommended for:

• People aged 65 and over.
• People at increased risk (chronic diseases, immunosuppression).

The 2024-2025 campaign focuses on protecting vulnerable populations by facilitating access to vaccinations. Barrier gestures also remain important.

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