Seasonal Influenza Immunizations

What are Seasonal Influenza Immunizations ❓

 The seasonal influenza vaccine is an effective way to prevent disease such as pneumonia and meningitis

 Recommended for those at increased risk of complications e.g. diabetes, heart disease 💔

 They work by telling the immune system how to create antibodies

 Antibodies protect you from the virus that causes infection 🦠

What are the Different Seasonal Influenza Immunizations ❓

 There are two versions, one for three strains of flu (trivalent), and one for four strains (quadrivalent) 💉

 Administered each year in autumn to:

 Those over 65 - an immune boosting trivalent vaccine 🧓

 Those at high risk aged 18-65 - quadrivalent vaccine

 Children under 12 - nasal spray quadrivalent vaccine 🧒

What do I Need to Know about Seasonal Influenza Immunizations ❓

 It is a fast and small injection into the arm, or spray up the nose 👃

 They are very safe and always thoroughly tested

 They can help to save the lives of children and the vulnerable ✅

What are the Side Effects of Seasonal Influenza Immunizations ❓

 Swelling/redness/pain of injection area

 Raised temperature/fever 🥵

 Headache/body aches

 Rarely, people may have an allergic reaction 🏥