The seasonal flu vaccine changes every year and is specific to the winter of that particular year. It should be taken between September and October for maximum protection.

• Person aged 65 and over
• Those aged 6 months and older with a long term health condition such as Asthma, COPD, Heart Disease, Diabetes Mellitu, Down Syndrome, Morbid Obesity i.e. body mass index over 40, Immunosuppression including Asplenia or Splenic dysfunction
• Pregnant Women at any stage of the pregnancy
• Healthcare Workers
• Residents of nursing homes and other long-stay institutions
• Carers
• People with regular contact with pigs, poultry or waterfowl