Anyone who goes through some stations from the Rio subway this Wednesday (16) and Thursday (17) can take the opportunity to vaccinate against the flu and measles. Free vaccination will be offered at six subway stations, always from 8:30 am to 4 pm.
The posts will be assembled in areas outside the turnstiles, with easy access to those who are passing or near any of the participating stations.
Where to vaccinate
Wednesday (16)
- Botafogo – main corridor, close to access to (São Clemente)
- Carioca/Centro – Mezzanine, near the Smart Fit Academy
- College – Mezanino, close to access to (high school road)
- Ocean Jardim/Bar – Access Corridor B (Sea)
- Screening – main corridor, near access to (rail network)
Thursday (17)
Vaccination occurs in the same places of the 16th, with the addition of the station:
- Maracanã – Mezzanine, close to access B (supervia)
Who can get vaccinated
Flu
- Elderly 60 years or older
- Health workers
- Pregnant women
- People with chronic diseases and other special clinical conditions
The list of other priority groups is available on the Health Department website.
Measles
- Adults from 18 to 59 years old who have not yet been immunized
- Young people up to 29 years old who received only one dose and need to complete the vaccination scheme
It is necessary to present an identity document. Bring the vaccination booklet, if you have, also help.
Other vaccination options
Anyone who is not close to the stations on the days of the action can also be vaccinated in:
- 240 Health Units of the Municipality
- Super Carioca Vaccination Center – Botafogo (open every day, from 8am to 10pm)
- Super Carioca Vaccination Center – Campo Grande (at ParkShoppingCampogrande, following the mall time)
If in doubt, the recommendation is to look for a nearest health unit.
This content was originally published in Rio Metro offers vaccination against flu and measles; See the locations on the CNN Brazil website.
Source: CNN Brasil
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