Vaccines: the vax bus arrives, free transport for over 80

(ANSA) - ROME, 25 FEB - It works like a taxi with the difference that you pay nothing. It is a "vax bus" which, upon reservation, picks up senior citizens over 80 years of age directly at their home to take them to vaccination centers, and then take them home after the administration. It happens in Taranto where the service is offered by the public transport company, Kyma Mobility. The goal is to make the vaccination campaign for the elderly easier, removing an obstacle to the practice: the difficulty, especially for those who no longer drive, to reach the administration centers, perhaps kilometers away from their home and in areas where parking is a problem for everyone . The service has just started, to the enthusiasm of the first users. "It works very well: they came to take me from home and they were very punctual. Truly a fantastic initiative that I hope will be followed by other cities as well" says the first of the over 80s who was able to take advantage of this opportunity. A satisfaction that is "a source of pride" for the president of Kyma Mobilità Giorgia Gira who defines that of the company from Taranto "a small contribution" to the vaccination campaign. Strict compliance with the precautionary measures-Covid. The vax bus is continuously sanitized thanks to a specific equipment on board, and of course you can only climb with the mask on your face. Their companions can also travel with the elderly, at no cost. Each half has 20 seats and also a platform to accommodate those in wheelchairs. The service can be booked by phone, by calling the landline number 099 7356111 or mobile phone 3408974802 from Monday to Friday (from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm). The request must be made at least 48 hours before transport, to allow for a timely organization of the service. (HANDLE).