5 good reasons to get your flu vaccination this year.

Flu (influenza) is caused by a virus which spreads through respiratory droplets released by the body when we breathe out - when we talk, cough or sneeze. Depending on an individual's health status or underlying risk profile, some people can get very sick from the flu virus.

1. The flu vaccine will help to lower your risk of becoming sick with flu.
2. Although the flu vaccine doesn't offer complete protection against getting the flu, it does lower your chances of getting the infection. And, if you do get flu, you'll recover faster. This means you're not infectious for as long, which helps limit the spread of infection to others.
3. If you're at a high risk of developing a serious influenza illness - like bronchitis and pneumonia - this vaccine is a must.
4. If you live with a person who is at risk, your vaccine is also a must.
5. It is still the most effective way to protect you against flu infection and its complications.

Be on the lookout for the Flu vaccine emailer coming to you soon....