Flu Cases Increase in Hospitals with the Arrival of Autumn
As seasonal transitions and the reopening of schools lead to an increase in respiratory infections, this year's flu vaccine price has been announced.
As air temperatures drop and schools reopen, flu and respiratory cases have begun to increase in hospitals, with this season's flu vaccine price set at 764 TL, while experts issue calls for protection.
Respiratory Cases Increase in Hospitals
With the drop in air temperatures and millions of students starting classes, a noticeable increase in flu and respiratory cases has begun to be experienced in hospitals.
What Are the Main Complaints Observed
Infectious Diseases Specialist Dr. Songül Özer stated that complaints such as nausea, sore throat, high fever, fatigue, joint pains, and cough have increased significantly.
2026-2027 Season Vaccine Details
While the Influenza vaccine to be administered this season includes both H3N2 and H1N1 strains, the price of the vaccine has become 764 TL, and October-November are indicated as the ideal period for vaccination.
Efficacy of the Vaccine and Risk Groups
While experts emphasize that the vaccine is recommended for everyone older than 6 months, SGK covers the vaccine free of charge for certain risk groups, and protection begins within a few weeks.