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DON’T INVITE FLU INTO YOUR HOME

DON’T INVITE FLU INTO YOUR HOME. PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY FROM FLU. Ask about a vaccination today. Are you at risk from FLU?.

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DON’T INVITE FLU INTO YOUR HOME

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  1. DON’T INVITE FLU INTO YOUR HOME PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY FROM FLU Ask about a vaccination today

  2. Are you at risk from FLU? If you are aged 65 or over, or suffer from chronic disease (such as heart, lung, liver, kidney or neurological disease) have diabetes, a weak immune system due to disease or treatment or if you are pregnant, then you may be at risk of flu*. Those living in long-stay residential homes or carers should also receive a flu vaccination. You may also be aware that there is a planned childhood seasonal influenza vaccination programme. *This list is not exhaustive. Your GP may recommend vaccination in other clinical situations.Please speak to your healthcare practitioner for details.

  3. Did you know? • Flu vaccinations are free of charge for those who fall within the at risk groups. • Flu viruses and vaccines change so it is important that you receive your vaccination annually. • Flu is not the same as a bad cold. Symptoms tend to be more severe and last for longer. SO ASK AT RECEPTION ABOUT THE FLU VACCINE NOW!

  4. Influenza (often referred to as flu) is a serious viral infection of the respiratory tract (nose, mouth, throat, bronchial tubes and lungs). Following infection, flu symptoms usually appear over a period of one to three days. The disease is characterised by; • The sudden onset of fever, • Chills, • Headache, • Muscle and joint pain and tiredness. • Other symptoms may include a cough, sore throat, nasal congestion and diarrhoea.

  5. DON’T INVITE FLU INTO YOUR HOME Protect yourself from FLU Ask about a vaccination today

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