The Xunta de Galicia has commenced the second edition of its pilot project for school flu vaccinations, which utilises a needle-free intranasal vaccine. This initiative aims to reach 26,536 students across 75 educational centres, including 11 schools in the Vigo area, with a target of achieving a 60% vaccination coverage among children.
On 16 October 2026, Ana Ortiz, the territorial delegate of the Xunta in Vigo, and Nidia Arévalo, the mayor of Mos, visited the Colexio Lar, where 425 students received the flu vaccine without the use of needles. Ortiz highlighted the importance of this initiative in promoting health among schoolchildren.
The participating schools in the Vigo area include:
- CEIP García Barbón
- CEIP Lope de Vega
- CEIP Pintor Laxeiro
- CEIP Seis do Nadal
- CPR Plurilingüe Apóstol Santiago
- EEI Vila Laura
- CEIP Plurilingüe de Reibón (Moaña)
- CPR Plurilingüe Lar (Mos)
- CRA María Zambrano (O Rosal)
- CRA Raíña Aragonta (Salceda de Caselas)
- CEIP Plurilingüe Infante de Borbón (Salvaterra de Miño)
The flu and COVID-19 vaccination campaign began on 28 September in nursing homes and social health centres. It will extend to individuals aged 70 and over, as well as healthcare professionals, starting on 19 October. Vaccinations for pregnant women will commence on 2 November, followed by those aged 60 and above on 9 November.
