Flu Vaccinations

We are now booking appointments for flu vaccinations for those patients most at risk.

'Flu' is a viral illness which usually has symptoms of high temperature, shivers, headache, muscle aches and pains and often a dry cough and a sore throat.  It is not the same as a heavy cold and its symptoms would normally make even the fittest person quite unwell needing to go to bed for a day or so.  The complications can lead to serious illness and even pneumonia.

The following groups are recommended to have the flu vaccination:

• Chronic heart disease
• Chronic respiratory disease, including asthma
• Chronic renal disease
• Diabetes mellitus
• Immunosuppression due to disease or treatment (patients on long term steriods)
• All aged 65 years and over
• Nursing home or long-stay facility residents

Vaccination is by appointment only.  To make your appointment please telephone the surgery on 01733 366600.