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Winter Safely Get Your Flu Vax Time Winter Season

Western Cape - Transport and Public WorksRef: https://www.westerncape.gov.za/article/winter-safely-get-your-flu-vax-time-winter-season

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Collected on 8 September 2026

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This is a public health notice from the Western Cape Government urging residents to get their flu vaccination ahead of the winter season. It highlights that the flu season has started earlier than usual and stresses the importance of vaccination for vulnerable groups. The province has secured 105,000 doses, with about 20,000 already administered, and aims for full utilisation. Vaccinations are free at public health facilities for high-risk individuals and available at a cost through private providers.

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Free flu vaccination

Residents of the Western Cape can receive a free flu vaccine at public healthcare facilities if they belong to a high-risk group, such as people aged 65 and older, those with chronic health conditions, pregnant women, healthcare workers, HIV-positive individuals, or residents of care homes and rehabilitation centres.

Who it is for: vulnerable individuals including elderly persons, people with chronic illnesses, pregnant women, healthcare workers, and HIV-infected persons
How to act on it: Visit a public healthcare facility in the Western Cape to receive the flu vaccine

The document's recorded date is 9 May 2025. Confirm on the official source.

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https://www.westerncape.gov.za/article/winter-safely-get-your-flu-vax-time-winter-season

Key Takeaways

Western Cape
2025
105 000 doses
20 000 administered
09 May 2025
free vaccination
public healthcare facilities
high-risk groups
Charlene Lawrence
WCDHW
Western Cape Government Department of Health and Wellness
WCDHW
Charlene Lawrence
Western Cape