However, for some, flu can be very serious - particularly for older adults, very young children and people with underlying health conditions. The added concern this year is that some of these people are also at greater risk of getting seriously ill from Covid. Annual flu deaths vary each year, depending on the strain and other factors. Social distancing is likely to have helped to keep the number low last year. There were more than 22, estimated deaths in the season, but just under 4, deaths in It can be hard to tell if you have flu or coronavirus as they sometimes share similar symptoms, including:.
Some people may also experience muscle aches, a headache, sore throat and diarrhoea and vomiting with flu. But these symptoms can be seen with other common winter viruses too. Flu and coronavirus can also be spread before people have symptoms. Yes, in which case you are more likely to be seriously ill. Research shows those infected with both viruses are more than twice as likely to die as someone with Covid alone.
About 30 million people in the UK are being offered a booster jab against Covid , including the overs and younger adults with health conditions. They may be offered the flu and booster jab at the same time - but only if it's practical. Deputy chief medical officer for England Professor Jonathan Van-Tam has said that it's safe to have both jabs simultaneously, and doesn't affect how well they work. Remember me.
Log in. No account? Forgot your password? Click here Create an account Forgot your username? You will also be helping to protect the NHS from coming under pressure this winter. You can get the vaccine from your pharmacist by booking online at londonflu. The flu vaccination is safe and effective and is given annually.
It cannot give you the flu. It does not protect you from COVID or seasonal coughs and colds, but it does give protection against the strains of flu virus that will be circulating this year. Adults usually receive the flu vaccination in injection form, and children usually receive a nasal spray. The flu vaccination is available from autumn onwards. You will be invited to book a vaccination appointment at around this time, but please contact your GP practice or local pharmacy if not.
Many people will receive their flu vaccination at a GP surgery as usual. Our online pharmacy well. If you would like to know who the Responsible Pharmacist is at any given time, please email pharmacy. You can also contact the pharmacy on hello well. You can find out more about checking if an online pharmacy is operating legally from the General Pharmaceutical Council GPhC.
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