Posts Tagged ‘flu’
Top Tips for looking after yourself over the festive season
Including information around which health and care services are open over the bank holidays As Christmas approaches, Somerset health and care partners are sharing top tips on how to stay healthy and happy over the festive season. From ordering repeat prescriptions early and accessing mental health support, to making the most of local services like…
Read MoreNHS Somerset urges families to get their flu vaccinations now to avoid ruining Christmas
In Somerset, we have set ourselves ambitious targets for vaccinating people against flu. Although we are doing well, there are still lots more people including over 65s, school children, immuno-suppressed and 2-3 years-olds, who have not yet been vaccinated. We want to make sure as many people as possible, are protected through having the flu…
Read MoreGet your flu vaccination before winter as cases continue to rise
With winter only a few weeks away, the South West’s top health bosses are warning people to get important protection from the flu virus as soon as possible, with cases in the region increasing. Eligible people, especially under 65s with long term health conditions, are being urged to come forward now so they are fully…
Read MoreFlu Pressure Rises With Hospital Cases Up Seven Fold In A Month
It is clear this is no time to be complacent and the risk of serious illness is very real, so with nearly 350,000 available vaccination appointments next week it is important that everyone eligible comes forward and gets their Covid and flu jabs at the earliest opportunity.
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