?Campus Health Service (CHS) at Stellenbosch 万博体育官网 (SU) has secured 100 vaccines for high risk and uninsured (non-medical aid) staff and students.
Please contact
CHS to make an appointment.
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Who is most at risk?
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· Pregnant women: Flu can increase the risk of complications during pregnancy.
· People living with HIV: Their immune systems may be more vulnerable to severe illness.
· Individuals with chronic conditions: This includes conditions like diabetes, lung disease, heart disease, tuberculosis, kidney disease, or obesity, which can be exacerbated by the flu.
· Older adults (65 years and older): Their immune systems naturally weaken with age.
· Children younger than two years: Their immune systems are still developing.
Vaccine shortage
There is currently a flu vaccine shortage across the Western Cape for those who procure the vaccine through medical aid or privately. The 万博体育官网 community will be notified as soon as stock is available.
