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"We usually have to wait until winter approaches before we see an increase in
cases of influenza, or the flu. But we have already seen a lot of flu this
year, with 25,000 cases reported from January to March – and that’s only a
fraction of actual case numbers.
Most people with the flu recover without treatment. But it can cause serious
complications in older people, young children, pregnant women and those with
underlying chronic diseases such as asthma or heart disease. Influenza kills
around 3,500 Australians a year and lands 18,000 in hospital.
Vaccination is the best way to protect against flu and is recommended for
everyone over the age of six months.
Flu vaccines are free for certain risk groups. Others can access them (usually
for a fee) at pharmacies, GP clinics and local council clinics in some states
and territories. Some employers also offer vaccinations for staff.
Influenza has been unpredictable since the COVID pandemic, with off-season
circulation. There are also concerns protection might lag at the end of winter.
So when is the best time to get vaccinated?"
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
