With temperatures falling and influenza activity on the rise, health experts recommend getting vaccinated. Shenzhen residents can book flu shots through the official WeChat accounts of the city’s health commission or CDC: “深圳疾控” (ID: szcdcepi), “深圳卫健委” (ID: szwjwwx), or “健康深圳” (ID: jkshenzhen).

Open one of these accounts, tap “打疫苗” on the menu, and choose the appropriate appointment type: “成人预约” (adults), “儿童预约” (children), “学生疫苗报名” (students) or “老年人预约” (seniors). Then select a trivalent or quadrivalent influenza vaccine to book an appointment at a community healthcare station. You can also filter stations by vaccine brand, for example SINOVAC or Hualan Bio. 

Other vaccines on this WeChat service include hepatitis B, HPV, herpes zoster, and more. For rabies vaccinations, choose “犬伤门诊” to find nearby clinics that provide post-exposure treatment.

Before vaccination, make sure you have no allergies, no serious chronic illnesses, and no other contraindications. Please read the informed consent form carefully — and consult your healthcare provider if you are unsure.

Inquiries:

Shenzhen CDC: (0755) 88812320

Pingshan CDC: (0755) 28826280