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Germany Sets Oct. 8 ‘Long Night of Vaccination’ With Late-Opening Pharmacies

Health authorities urge high-risk groups to get annual flu/COVID boosters to cut severe illness risk.

Overview

  • In Berlin, pharmacies in nearly every district will participate, with some open until 22:00, and residents are advised to check locally and book appointments.
  • More than 300 facilities nationwide are listed so far, including physician practices and occupational health services, with a directory on the official action website.
  • Brandenburg’s Neuruppin health office plans vaccinations from 17:00 to 21:00 and asks people to bring their insurance card and vaccination record.
  • In Westphalia-Lippe, participating sites include Hamm’s Süd-Apotheke and Strauß-Apotheke as well as locations in Ahlen, Beckum, and Soest, with organizers recommending advance booking after strong turnout in 2024.
  • Stiko recommends annual boosters for people 60+, those with chronic conditions, care-home residents and workers, and close contacts of vulnerable people, and many insurers cover adult vaccinations.