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Free flu vaccine now available for all 50-64 year olds

PEOPLE aged 50-64 are eligible for a free flu jab, according to health officials.

The jabs are available through GP surgeries, community pharmacies and local HSC Trust clinics.

Other groups eligible for free flu vaccinations include health and social care workers.

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Those eligible should find out what the arrangements are under their own GP surgery, community pharmacist or trust vaccination programmes.

Dr Louise Herron, Deputy Director of Public Health at the PHA, said, “Although overall influenza levels remain low at present, we are seeing increased activity so it is essential that we don’t become complacent. The flu virus hasn’t gone away, and we must all continue to take steps to prevent catching and spreading it.

“This season’s flu vaccination programme is now being extended to include everyone aged between 50 and 64 years old, and we are also encouraging all health and social care workers to come forward for their flu vaccine. While the flu vaccine won’t protect you from COVID-19, it may stop you from getting both illnesses together which can increase the risk of severe illness and could put additional strain on health and social care services.”

This year’s vaccine is also still available to older age groups and those eligible for health reasons, as previously advised.

For more information on who is eligible and how to receive the vaccine, including links to details of trust vaccination clinics, visit www.nidirect.gov.uk/wintervaccines

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