Flu Vaccines

The team here at Southern Doctors Clinic strongly recommends that all of our patients prioritise getting their yearly flu vaccine. This vaccination is crucial for protecting not only your health but also the well-being of your family and community. We typically receive our supply of flu vaccine stock during the month of April, just in time to prepare for the upcoming flu season.

What is Influenza?

Influenza (flu) is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. There are two main types of human influenza viruses: A and B. There are also many sub-types and strains. Flu is more serious than the common cold and severe cases can result in breathing difficulties and pneumonia. People in NSW can die from flu-related illness.

Flu can occur throughout the year but is most common in autumn and winter. In most flu seasons there are more than one strain circulating in the community.

People with flu often experience some or all the following symptoms:

• fever and chills

• cough, sore throat

• runny or stuffy nose

• muscle aches, joint pains, headaches and fatigue

• nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea (more common in children than adults)

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