Influenza Vaccination in Districts Begins
ORANJESTAD – The Department of Public Health (DVG) informs the community that, in collaboration with the Crisis Management Office (CMO), the mobile vaccination unit will visit various neighborhoods in Aruba starting Tuesday, October 20, to provide the influenza vaccine.
The mobile unit will be available from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the following locations:
- Tuesday, October 20: IMSAN
- Wednesday, October 21: Playa Pabao Neighborhood Center
- Thursday, October 22: Santa Cruz Sports Center
- Friday, October 23: Frans Figaroa Stadium
Who is eligible at the mobile unit?
Vaccination at the mobile unit is intended exclusively for:
- Individuals aged 60 or older, upon presentation of their AZV card.
- Individuals under 60 with a doctor’s prescription for the vaccination, upon presentation of both the prescription and their AZV card. (For both groups, the vaccine is free.)
Unable to visit the mobile unit?
If you cannot make it to the bus, you may visit the Infectious Diseases Section of the DVG between 1:30 PM and 3:30 PM. Remember to bring your AZV card and, if applicable, your doctor's prescription.
Individuals who are not eligible for a free vaccination can purchase the vaccine for Afl. 20 at the section during these same hours. Please note that vaccines cannot be purchased on the mobile unit.
Bedridden residents can call 522-4200 to schedule a vaccination appointment.
Influenza can cause serious complications, especially among vulnerable individuals. The DVG encourages all eligible persons to get vaccinated and help protect public health.
Please note the dates and remember to bring your required documents.
