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Pregnant women urged to have flu vaccine
Doctors and midwives are urging pregnant women across the South East to protect themselves and their unborn child from flu by getting the flu jab this winter. Now is the ideal time for expectant mothers to have the flu vaccination; available from their GP, maternity service provider or pharmacy, before the flu virus starts circulating. […]
Over 65s urged to take advantage of record flu vaccination programme
Health chiefs have today united to urge people aged 65 and over to take advantage of the NHS’s biggest ever flu vaccination programme. Older people across the country are being offered the most effective vaccine in the world as part of the programme which is providing a record 8.5million doses, free of charge. And this week […]
Pregnant women urged to have flu vaccine
Doctors and midwives are urging pregnant women across the South East to protect themselves and their unborn child from flu by getting the flu jab this winter. Now is the ideal time for expectant mothers to have the flu vaccination; available from their GP, maternity service provider or pharmacy, before the flu virus starts circulating. […]
Parents encouraged to have young children vaccinated against flu this winter
With nursery and school terms well underway, parents and guardians of children aged two and three, are encouraged not to put off getting the free flu vaccination for their children. This year children aged 2 and 3 years, or in school years Reception to year five are all eligible for the flu vaccination on the […]
More health and social care professionals urged to have flu vaccine
Health and social care organisations are under greater pressure to ensure that their staff are vaccinated against the Flu ahead of this year’s winter – a time which always places greater strain on healthcare systems. All NHS organisations provide their staff with the vaccine; aiming to minimise the risk of spreading the seasonal flu virus […]
Diabetic patients urged to have free Flu Vaccine
People with diabetes are being urged to have the flu vaccine to reduce their risk of developing serious complications arising from flu infections. Complications can include pneumonia, inflammation of the heart, brain and muscle tissues and even multi-organ failure. Clinicians advise that even patients whose diabetes is well managed should still have the flu vaccine. […]
People with a Learning Disability are at greater risk of developing serious illness
People who have a learning disability can be more susceptible to the effects of flu and are therefore at increased risk of developing complications such as bronchitis or pneumonia. Anyone with a learning disability is entitled to receive a free vaccination. Carers of anyone with a learning disability are also entitled to the free vaccination. […]
Aged 65 and over: Reduce your Flu risk with free vaccine
Everyone aged 65 and over can have the flu vaccine; available from your GP or local community pharmacy for free. The risk of serious illness from flu and consequent hospitalisation is higher among those aged 65 years and older as they are more likely to have an underlying health problem. Also, as people get older, […]
Patients with reduced immunity at risk of serious complications from the Flu
Patients who suffer with illnesses that reduce their immunity are at greater risk of serious complications from flu if they don’t have the vaccine. They have a decreased resistance to infection and have to contend with infections that are generally more severe and can lead to additional complications. It’s also important that the families or […]
Parents encouraged to ensure young children are vaccinated against flu this winter
With nursery and school terms well underway, parents and guardians of children aged two and three, are encouraged not to put off getting the free flu vaccination for their children. This year children aged 2 and 3 years, or in school years R to five are all eligible for the flu vaccination on the NHS. […]