Seniors over 65
Different types of flu vaccines
There are widely two types of influenza vaccine available in Europe. There are inactivated influenza…
Are you at high risk of complications with the flu?
Some groups of people are more susceptible to severe complications with the flu.
COVID-19 and the flu – both serious, but not the same. Here’s how.
The flu is a serious disease. Every year it affects up to 20% of the…
Discover how our immune systems fend off the flu
Our immune systems play a vital role in protecting our bodies from disease-causing microbes –…
Flu and diabetes: How will the flu affect my blood glucose levels?
The flu can be serious for anyone. But for people with chronic diseases, such as…
High-risk groups should get a flu shot every year. Here’s why.
Up to 15% of Europeans catch the flu each winter (1). Certain people are at…
Caring for someone with the flu
If someone in your household is unfortunate enough to catch the flu, how should you…
The flu vaccine cannot give you the flu: Find out why
Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent the flu (1). And vaccination is especially…
How effective is flu vaccination?
The flu is a contagious viral respiratory infection. And while the illness caused by the…
What are the benefits of the flu vaccine?
Every year, the flu infects approximately 10 to 30% of Europeans and causes hundreds of…
Uncovering the truth about the flu vaccine
Flu vaccines are safe and effective (1). They are essential; they help prevent the flu…
Why vaccinating against the flu is vital during the COVID-19 pandemic?
“We were very lucky in the 2019/20 influenza season because there was not much of…
Treating flu symptoms, one at a time
References(1) https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/flu/(2) https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/flu-influenza(3) https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cough/(4) https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/10-winter-illnesses/(5) https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/chest-infection/
Herd immunity: Protecting vulnerable members of the community
Do you live in an area where a lot of people are protected against a…
How and why flu severity is affected by your age – and your gender
Did you know that the flu is different for men and women? But why? The…
Stay well! Regular exercises in later life improve health and wellness
As get older, our well-being is as important as it was when we were younger.…
8 differences between a cold and the flu
Runny nose? Coughing? Sneezing?All too often people describe their common cold as “a touch of…
Fighting flu fatigue: Steps to aid your flu recovery during and after the flu
The flu spreads all too easily from an infected person coughing or sneezing (1). And if…
Simple steps for staying warm and well during winter
Spells of sometimes bitterly cold weather are common during the winter months (1). The cold can…
Why not getting a flu shot could prolong your hospital stay
Nowadays we can expect to live for far longer than we ever did before. Those…
Why a flu shot is vital if you have cancer, and when to get it
Your cancer has turned your world upside down. You’re pulling together what little energy you…
No two years are the same: Why you need an annual flu shot
We’re told we need a new vaccine every year. We’re told we can’t risk a…
There’s more than one type of flu virus: Why you can get the flu more than once
At any one time, there’s a mix of flu viruses circulating among us. To understand…
Why a flu shot is a must when you’re travelling
Travelling this winter? You’ve probably made a list of the things you need to do…
Talk to your parents about the flu shot. It’s important!
You’ve had your flu shot. The kids have had theirs. But what about your elderly…
Flu facts: Stay informed; stay well
The flu season comes around every year. By remembering how to avoid catching it, we…
