The initiative, coordinated by the Directorate General of Public Health, will take place at over 850 points across the region until January 31st, with the possibility of extension based on epidemiological conditions. The Deputy Minister of Health, Laura Gutiérrez, presented the campaign at the La Cortes Health Center in the capital.
The first two weeks will focus on immunizing individuals over 60 years old and children between six and 95 months. Starting October 19th, protection will extend to other target groups such as pregnant women, individuals with chronic cardiovascular, respiratory, or diabetes conditions, caregivers of vulnerable people, and smokers.
Public Health also recommends the vaccine for individuals with direct occupational exposure to domestic birds or pigs, as well as for teachers in early childhood education centers and essential public service personnel, including the State Security Forces and Corps, firefighters, and members of Civil Protection.
The Community of Madrid has acquired 1.79 million doses, 190,000 more than in the 2026/27 season, with an investment exceeding 19 million euros. This includes 1,117,000 doses of adjuvant vaccine for those aged 60 and over, 540,000 standard inactivated doses for at-risk individuals aged 8 to 59 and children aged 6 months to 2 years, and 130,000 intranasal doses for children aged 2 to 7 years.
During the 2025/2026 campaign, Madrid's public health system achieved a coverage rate of 65% for citizens aged 65 and over, 45% for the pediatric group, and 60% for pregnant women, aiming to continue reducing flu-related mortality and morbidity.
To receive the free service at public primary care centers, an appointment must be scheduled. Options include visiting the health center in person, calling by phone (option 3), using digital kiosks, the Virtual Health Card and Health Appointment Apps, or the Community of Madrid website.
The Directorate General of Public Health has developed informational materials about the vaccination, available on the Community of Madrid website.
This year, the Community of Madrid recommends simultaneous vaccination against flu and COVID-19 for individuals aged 70 and over, as well as those with risk conditions. The doses for the 2026/27 campaign are adapted to the XFG subvariant.
