Residents Urged to Get Vaccinated Against Flu and Covid-19 as Winter Sets In
With the arrival of winter, residents are being advised to take up the flu and Covid-19 vaccine to top up their protection and reduce the risk of severe symptoms. The council recommends getting vaccinated every year to stay protected against different strains of the virus. The NHS is offering a range of vaccines, including the flu vaccine for those aged 65 and over, and the winter COVID-19 vaccine for those aged 75 or over, or those with weakened immune systems.
Key Takeaways:
- The council urges residents to get vaccinated against flu and Covid-19 every year to stay protected against different strains of the virus.
- The NHS offers a range of vaccines, including the flu vaccine for those aged 65 and over, and the winter COVID-19 vaccine for those aged 75 or over, or those with weakened immune systems.
- Pregnant women and older adults aged 75-79 are also recommended to get vaccinated against RSV and pneumococcal disease.
- Residents can book an appointment for vaccination online, via the NHS App, by calling 119, or by finding a pharmacy offering a walk-in service.
- Cllr Maureen McLaughlin, cabinet member for health, wellbeing and social care, advises residents to "stay strong, get vaccinated" to protect themselves and those around them from serious illnesses.
Statistics:
- 65+ years old can get vaccinated against flu.
- Under 65s in clinical risk groups, care home residents and carers, children, pregnant women, close contacts of immunosuppressed individuals, and frontline health and social care workers can get vaccinated against flu.
- 75+ years old can get vaccinated against COVID-19.
- Pregnant women and older adults aged 75-79 are recommended to get vaccinated against RSV.
- Over 65s are recommended to get vaccinated against pneumococcal disease.
Sources:
- nhsgg.nhs.uk/ (NHS website)
- nhs.uk/wintervaccinations (NHS website)
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