Flu & Pneumococcal Immunisation

 

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Does Age Affect The Risk Of Flu?

Yes. If you are aged 65 years or over or you are at higher risk.

 

Who Is At Risk?

  • If you are aged 65 years or over or if you are on regular inhaled steroids
  • If you have a chronic respiratory disease (including asthma)
  • If you have chronic heart disease
  • If you have chronic renal disease
  • If you are diabetic
  • If you have a weak immune system (immunocompromised)  
  • If you live in a long-stay residential or nursing home
  • If you have a chronic liver disease
  • If you are a carer
  • Front Line Health Care Workers 

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Do I Need To Be Protected Against Pneumococcal Infection?

All individuals aged 65 and older should now receive immunisation to protect against pneumococcal infections, which can lead to illnesses such as pneumonia, septicaemia (blood poisoning), and meningitis. If you fall into this category, please call the surgery to schedule an appointment. We may be able to combine this with your flu vaccination and administer both vaccines at the same time.