The season of 2021-22 seasonal influenza vaccination ended on 1 July 2022, while the pneumococcal vaccination for the elderly will continue throughout the year. A person getting influenza and COVID-19 at the same time may be more seriously ill. Getting an influenza vaccine early during 2021/22 is therefore important. |
The Vaccination Subsidy Scheme (VSS) is a scheme that provides subsidised seasonal influenza vaccination and pneumococcal vaccination to eligible Hong Kong residents through the participation of private doctors. The Government reimburses subsidy to enrolled doctors for providing vaccinations to eligible persons. On top of the Government's subsidy, enrolled doctors may impose extra charge for the vaccination. The Scientific Committee on Vaccine Preventable Diseases under the Centre for Health Protection has made recommendations on seasonal influenza vaccination for 2021-22 season and pneumococcal vaccination to enhance immunity of high-risk persons. The latest recommendations can be viewed here. |
Enquiry
Programme Management and Vaccination Division
VSS Doctors' Line: 2125 2299
Fax: 2713 9576
E-mail: vacs@dh.gov.hk
Office Hours: Monday to Friday 09:00-17:30 hours. No service on Saturday, Sunday and Public Holiday.