Flu Jab
Residents who are most at risk of developing serious complications from flu are being urged by Swindon PCT to take advantage of a free jab as the winter months approach.

The call is timed to coincide with launch of the Department of Health’s annual flu immunisation campaign, which aims to help increase the number of flu jabs issued to at-risk groups.

Those at-risk include adults and children who suffer from asthma, heart disease and diabetes, along with everyone aged 65 or over.

The best way to avoid catching flu is to get immunised. In addition, practical tips to help avoid spreading germs to others and to help avoid infection yourself include always carrying tissues, covering your cough and sneeze with a tissue, disposing of the tissue after one use, and cleaning your hands as soon as you can.

Talk to your local GP, nurse or pharmacist to find out more or visit: www.nhs.uk/flu.