Aragón Offers Flu Vaccinations Without Appointment Amid Rising Incidence

Aragón’s health authorities are enhancing accessibility to flu vaccinations by allowing walk-in vaccinations at health centers on December 22 and 23, from 12:30 to 14:30 hours. Additionally, the Provincial Hospital of Zaragoza will provide vaccinations during these days from 16:00 to 20:00 hours. This no-appointment initiative follows the opening of flu vaccination to the entire public on December 14 and aims to increase coverage ahead of the Christmas season.

The region faces a significant flu outbreak, with an incidence of 351.3 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, well above the epidemic threshold of 59.6 cases. The flu epidemic in Aragón was declared in November, earlier than the usual January onset, indicating an early and intense season. All three provinces are currently at level 2 risk, prompting intensified preventive measures prioritizing vaccination and mask use.

These efforts reflect the health department’s response to the early and severe flu outbreak, emphasizing vaccination as the primary tool to mitigate spread during a critical holiday period. The availability of vaccination without prior appointments is designed to remove barriers and encourage higher immunization rates among the population.

According to Aragón’s health officials, “The early onset and elevated incidence require us to intensify preventive measures, with vaccination and mask-wearing as key strategies.” This collaboration between health centers and the hospital aims to ensure broad community access to flu vaccines during this critical period.