The Municipality of Concordia, through the Department of Senior Citizen Policies, carried out a Vaccination and Health Prevention Day at Plaza 25 de Mayo, with the aim of promoting comprehensive care for older adults and facilitating access to check-ups and preventive actions.
During the activity, flu, Hepatitis B, tetanus, and pneumococcal vaccines were administered in accordance with the National Vaccination Calendar and the instructions of health personnel. In addition, HIV and syphilis tests were performed, promoting early detection and timely access to healthcare.
The event featured the participation and joint work of the Municipal Immunization Area and the Municipal Epidemiological Node, which were in charge of vaccination, prevention, and health promotion actions.
The head of the Department of Senior Citizen Policies, Gladys Portugal, highlighted the importance of bringing these proposals to the community and noted: “It is essential to create spaces where older adults can access prevention and health care in a simple and accessible way. These days allow us to support them, provide information, and promote healthy habits.”
For her part, Melina Simonetti, representative of the Municipal Epidemiological Node, highlighted the importance of vaccination and preventive check-ups: “These instances are fundamental to bring health services closer to the community, facilitate access to vaccines, and promote the early detection of various diseases. Prevention is an essential tool to take care of health and avoid complications, especially in older adults.”
The Municipality continues to work on the development of initiatives that promote prevention, access to health services, and active and healthy aging, strengthening the support and participation of older adults in the community.