Influenza (flu)

Influenza vaccines are only available from about September until about March (Flu season). Please ask for further information.

Disease and transmission – A common viral disease spread via the air, usually when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It is seasonal and each hemisphere will have their season at different times of year

Symptoms – High fever, tiredness, headache, sore throat and muscle and joint aches.

Prevention – Following good respiratory and hand hygiene with help reduce the risk of infection. There is a seasonal flu vaccine that can be repeated annually if required. Risk is not increased by travelling unless visiting very crowded places.

Treatment – Mainly supportive treatment but in certain circumstance antiviral drugs may be administered.

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