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PAMI Moves Up 2026 Flu Shots to Monday With Free Pharmacy Access

The early start aims to shield older adults before peak flu circulation linked to a faster‑spreading H3N2 strain.

Overview

  • PAMI will open its 2026 influenza campaign Monday with free, walk‑in vaccinations at its affiliated pharmacies nationwide.
  • Officials advanced the rollout due to an earlier respiratory season and the spread of an H3N2 flu variant that transmits more easily.
  • People 65 and older only need a national ID and a PAMI card, while adults under 65 with risk conditions must bring medical documentation.
  • Members should check www.pami.org.ar/farmacias or call 138, option 0, to confirm a site, as reports differ on how many pharmacies are enabled and some locations are still loading stock and systems.
  • PAMI will run on‑site clinics in long‑term care and offer home vaccination for homebound members, and the flu shot can be given with other calendar vaccines unless there is a known severe allergy.