Balearics vaccination against the flu and COVID-19 operation begins
The vaccination campaign is aimed at all people over 60 and those under that age who have any of the established risk conditions.
Sneezing into a tissue
Many practise a polite ‘cough into the hand’ custom, or more recently the ‘cough or sneeze into the crook of an arm’, even respectfully using a tissue when the need arises.
The ministry has reiterated that vaccines are safe.
The ministry has reiterated that vaccines are safe.
Balearic Health Ministry issues flu and Covid warning
The ministry has urged people to avoid going to work if they have symptoms of illness, whenever possible.
Mallorca hospital feeling the winter pressure
Union says situation us under control.
Majorca
Buses, beggars and hospital beds: the week in Majorca
Public transport joy for tourists going to certain resorts, more possible joy for travellers via a cut in airport charges, zoning for rentals, begging crimes and the flu "epidemic".
Health
Over 70,000 people in Majorca have been vaccinated against flu
The Balearic health service has a total of 150,500 doses of flu vaccine at its disposal.
Health
Flu in Balearics well below national average
Some 96 cases per 100,000 inhabitants have been typical in the Balearics.
Nóos, a controversial decree and fiestas: the past week in Majorca
A princess in court, flu, fiestas and uproar over a government decree. Just some of the themes of a busy week in the Bulletin.
Health
Contingency plan being introduced for overstretched hospitals
Concerns that hospitals will not be able to cope with a winter flu epidemic because of the current situation.
Health
Flu jabs now available in health centres
Flu jabs are available at all the health centres across Majorca.
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Comment
Coughs and sneezes still spread diseases
One of the easiest places on earth to catch germs, be it the flu, a common cold, or any other airborne virus, is in a doctor’s or hospital waiting room.
Peter Clover07/02/2024 16:52