Free influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations for people aged 65 to 69 began nationwide on October 15, completing the expansion to everyone aged 65 and older. The two vaccines can be given on the same day, and health authorities recommend receiving one in each arm, while vaccination sites and medical groups attach conditions to simultaneous administration without specifying them in the available report.
The COVID-19 vaccine has entered the national essential vaccination program for the first time this season, and children aged six months to 14 years can receive free influenza vaccination.