What is seasonal influenza?
It is an acute respiratory infection caused by influenza viruses which circulate in all parts of the body and affects hundreds of thousands of people every year.
Symptoms include:
Only patients aged over 65 and over.
Please note: We are only inviting patients in groups to help us reduce infection. Please do not attend the Saturday clinic unless you have been invited to attend.
Who is eligible?
If you are among vulnerable groups, including people over 65 years of age, pregnant women and those living with an underlying health condition such as:
- Chronic respiratory diseases, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema or bronchitis
- Chronic heart disease, such as heart failure
- Chronic kidney disease
- Chronic liver disease
- Chronic neurological conditions
- Diabetes
- Spleen problem
- A weakened immune system
- Being seriously overweight (a BMI of 40 or above)
HELP PROTECT YOURSELF AND THOSE AROUND YOU IN ONE SHOT!
To book your free flu jab please contact the surgery on 02077901059
