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Flu - Preventing flu

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What is the flu vaccine?
The influenza vaccine is still the most important way to either avoid influenza altogether, or to reduce its severity.

Who should be vaccinated against flu?
There are certain groups of people to whom flu vaccination should be a priority.

When is the best time to be vaccinated?
The best time to have the vaccine is at the beginning of winter, in March or April. However there is no cut-off date for 'flu vaccination.

How effective is the vaccine and how long will its effects last?
The flu vaccine is very effective in preventing flu, especially in adults.

Possible side effects of the vaccine
Unfortunately, this vaccine is not without its side effects.

Who should avoid flu vaccination?
There are some people who shouldn't be vaccinated against the 'flu. Are you one of them? Find out.

Vaccination in the workplace
As the old saying goes: �Prevention is better than cure� that couldn�t be more true than in the case of influenza, or flu, as it is more commonly referred to.

The flu vaccine controversy
Every year, fewer South Africans get their flu shots. The fact that the efficacy of the flu vaccine is now being questioned could make matters worse. What should you know?

Practical steps in preventing the transmission of flu
Do these things every day and you will reduce your chances of getting flu.

Don't hesitate! Vaccinate!
With winter only a few weeks away, the Influenza Consortium has echoed the World Health Organisation's (WHO) call to the public to get vaccinated against influenza.

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