Persons are advised that the seasonal influenza vaccine is now available at all polyclinics, and is particularly recommended for healthcare professionals and frontline workers who are at greater risk of exposure; individuals with non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as asthma, diabetes or hypertension; persons over the age of 65; and pregnant women.
Members of the public are reminded to bring their Barbados ID when visiting their nearest polyclinic to receive the vaccine.