Hospital admissions for serious flu symptoms are increasing, prompting the NHS to strongly encourage eligible individuals to get their flu vaccinations. The flu vaccine is especially important for protecting vulnerable populations.
The NHS has reminded people to book a flu jab as hospital admissions of people suffering serious flu symptoms are rising. With flu spreading within our communities, the NHS has urged people to protect vulnerable family, friends, and themselves. The latest data shared by the NHS shows 3,800 people were hospitalized with flu in the North West throughout the week of December 23 to December 29.
Thousands of people are eligible for the free flu vaccination and just over two million have already been vaccinated. The NHS says, 'Have you booked your Flu jab, it’s not too late!' Complications from flu can seriously harm vulnerable people and the NHS suggests the best way to prevent family, friends, and yourself from catching the flu is to get the winter vaccinations. If you are eligible for a flu vaccine, you can find a pharmacy that offers the NHS flu vaccination if aged 18 or over and contact your GP surgery to make an appointment. The last date you will be able to get your flu vaccination is March 31, 2025. Dr Linda Charles-Ozuzu, Regional Director of Commissioning and Senior Responsible Officer for the NHS Vaccination Programme in the North West said: “We currently have high levels of flu circulating in our region. The flu vaccination is the best way to help prevent serious disease and lessen symptoms should you develop flu. I’d encourage all eligible people to take the opportunity and have the vaccination as soon as possible. “It’s very important for people to have their flu vaccination and protect themselves, their family and friends who could be at risk. Flu is a serious illness and can have serious consequences to vulnerable people. Speak to your GP or Pharmacist about getting your flu vaccination”
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