High-dose flu vaccine recommended for Belgians aged sixty-five and above. Flu vaccination campaign will begin across Belgium on October fifteenth this year.
High Health Council suggests enhanced protection for vulnerable groups, especially elderly citizens.
Thousands hospitalized, increased deaths among risk groups highlight flu's serious effects nationwide. Annual vaccination remains the best defense, according to Professor Marc Van Ranst.
Australian flu season monitoring helps Belgian scientists assess upcoming risks and vaccine needs. Doctors warn flu may cause heart attacks, strokes, and potentially fatal complications in patients.