LISBON, Nov. 11 (Xinhua) -- Portuguese Prime Minister Jose Socrates was vaccinated for the A/H1N1 flu on Wednesday and urged the Portuguese people to follow suit and follow the recommendations of the National Health Service (SNS).

    "It is what I have come to do: to follow the indications (of the SNS) and to give my contribution as a citizen," Socrates said, referring to the vaccination he had just received.

    "Fortunately, we have the means to control it and minimize that epidemic with vaccinations," he added.

    Later, during a press conference, Portuguese Health Minister Ana Jorge stressed the importance of vaccinations as a means of prevention.

    Portugal is currently offering A/H1N1 flu vaccinations to priority groups, which include health officers and staff, pregnant women and high level officers.

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