Flu Symptoms
Symptoms can include; a sudden fever, headache, aches, sore throat and a dry chesty cough. Suffers of flu often have chills, joint & muscle pain and overwhelming tiredness. Most flu sufferers will find themselves bed ridden due to their symptoms.
How do you catch Influenza?
Flu is spread by coughs, sneezes and contact with those who already have the disease. He incubation period is 1 to 4 days. As a result, it’s important to note that you can be spreading flu viruses even if you do not have any symptoms yet. Good hand sanitation is vital to prevent the spread of the influenza virus.
Who should get the Flu Vaccination?
Most people recover from flu in one or two weeks, however those with weakened immunity or other health risks can be affected much more severely. At risk groups are advised to get an annual flu vaccination. For people in these groups, the flu vaccine is vital to protect against serious illness or hospitalisation or fatality.
These at risk groups are:
- People aged 65 years or over
- People who are pregnant
- People who are immunocompromised
For anyone who is not in these at risk groups, getting vaccinated is advised if you:
- Work with large groups of people i.e. in an office or school.
- Work in hospitals or are a carer.
- Anyone who is coming into contact with at risk groups
- Are travelling during influenza season
- Are likely to be in heavily crowded places like festivals and sporting events
Flu Vaccination Options
People in at risk groups can get the vaccine for free from their GP.
Anyone can visit a Nomad clinic to get vaccinated against flu. You do not need to book an appointment, simply walk-in to any of our clinics and we’ll see you as soon as possible. We can also administer the flu vaccine during your travel health consultation.
