Flu Vaccine Information
Flu Vaccination: Who should have it this winter and why
Flu isn’t just a heavy cold
Flu occurs every year, usually in the winter, which is why it’s sometimes called seasonal flu. It’s a highly infectious disease with symptoms that come on very quickly.
Colds are much less serious and usually start gradually with a stuffy or runny nose and a sore throat. A bad bout of flu can be much worse than a heavy cold.
The most common symptoms of flu are fever, chills, headache, aches and pains in the joints and muscles, and extreme tiredness. Healthy individuals usually recover within 2 to 7 days but, for some, the disease can lead to hospitalisation, permanent disability or even death.
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Information for those in school years 7 – 11
Five reasons to have the flu vaccine:
- Protect yourself
The vaccine will help protect you against flu and serious complications such as bronchitis and pneumonia. - Protect your family and friends
Having the vaccine will help protect more vulnerable friends and family. - No injection needed
The nasal spray is painless and easy to have. - It’s better than having flu
The nasal spray helps protect against flu, has been given to millions worldwide and has an excellent safety record. - Avoid lost opportunities.
If you get flu, you may be unwell for several days and not be able to do the things you enjoy.
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