National Influenza Vaccination for Ages 65+ Starts October 6 — COVID-19 Vaccination Begins October 12
Source material is a Korean government announcement (in Korean).
National influenza vaccination for ages 65+ starts in stages: October 6 for ages 75 and over, October 12 for ages 70–74, and October 15 for ages 65–69.
Key facts
| Influenza | Ages 75+ Oct 6, ages 70–74 Oct 12, ages 65–69 Oct 15 |
|---|---|
| COVID-19 | Ages 70+ Oct 12, ages 65–69 Oct 15 |
| Where | Regardless of address, at a nearby designated medical institution or public health center (about 23,000 designated institutions nationwide) |
| What to bring | Bring an ID; stay 20–30 minutes after vaccination for observation |
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The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (질병관리청) said on the 2nd that, because of an early flu season, it has adjusted the national vaccination schedule for people aged 65 and over, starting in stages on October 6. Influenza vaccination begins October 6 for ages 75 and over, October 12 for ages 70–74, and October 15 for ages 65–69. COVID-19 vaccination begins October 12 for ages 70 and over and October 15 for ages 65–69. People at high risk of influenza (such as the immunocompromised) can be vaccinated from October 6 after consulting a medical professional, regardless of the age-based schedule. For COVID-19, immunocompromised people aged 12 and over and inpatients/residents of facilities vulnerable to infection can be vaccinated from October 12, regardless of the age-based schedule. Vaccination is available at nearby designated medical institutions or public health centers regardless of place of residence, and an ID must be brought.
Summaries below are factual notes based on government announcements and primary sources — not evaluations or opinions.
FAQ
When can people aged 75 and over get the flu shot?
They can receive the national influenza vaccination from October 6.
How do I find a vaccination site?
You can find a nearby designated medical institution through your local public health center or the vaccination helper website (https://nip.kdca.go.kr/irhp/).