Protect your family this winter, get the flu vaccine

This winter has been extremely cold and dry, which creates ideal conditions for viruses to survive. Cold weather can also weaken the immune system. This is why more people catch colds and flu in winter.

The good news is that the NHS provides a free flu vaccine for people who are more at risk, including those who:

• are aged 65 or over

• have certain long-term health conditions

• are pregnant

• children aged 2-17, or 6 months+ with weakened immunity

• live in a care home

• are a main carer

Flu can be life-threatening for people who are more at risk. If you or your family falls into this group, please make sure you get the flu vaccine.

Doctors from NHS Frimley have recorded videos to give you winter vaccine advice in different languages - English, Polish, Urdu and Punjabi. Watch the videos using the links below:

English – Dr Sadhra		Polish – Anna Kavanagh
Urdu – Anila Saher		Punjabi – Preeti Dhanoa

Click to read more information about flu vaccine from NHS.

Please let us know if you have any questions. Healthwatch Portsmouth is always here to help you and your family stay well this winter.