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Influenza
URGENT - GET YOUR FLU VACCINE NOW!
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Influenza, or 'flu', is a highly contagious acute viral infection that affects people of all ages. It typically starts suddenly with fever, chills, headache, aching muscles, extreme fatigue and a cough or other breathing difficulties. Flu epidemics occur mainly in the winter months and can result in widespread disruption to healthcare and other services. A vaccine is produced every year based on the strains of virus expected to be circulating.
Flu for most people is an unpleasant but short illness, the main symptoms lasting up to about a week. Those affected are advised to stay at home, rest and drink plenty of fluids
The annual flu immunisation is the best protection against flu for people with underlying health problems that put them at risk of complications from influenza (flu), and for all those aged 65 and over, live in a residential or nursing home, are the main carer of an older or disabled person, or are pregnant
Immunisation is free for those who are considered “at risk”. Contact your doctor for details.