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Tuesday, 18 September 2012

Leaflets Available for those at risk of Flu

"Flu is a Killer" information leaflet for those at risk of flu and have access to a free flu vaccination is now available.

 Those at risk, include:
  • those with asthma that require regular steroid inhalers/tablets
  • kidney disease
  • lowered immunity due to disease or treatment
  • liver disease
  • diabetes
  • neurological condition, eg: MS, cerebral palsy or post-polio syndrome.
  • a problem with your spleen.
  • pregnant

Please make sure the families you work with are aware of this service.  We have a stock of leaflets in the PAVO offices you can request, via the HelpDesk email or phone.

 More information:
www.nhsdirect.wales.nhs.uk or phone NHS Direct Wales on 0845 46 47

 Copies of the leaflet also avilabley by e-mailing: hplibrary@wales.nhs.uk or phone 0845 606 4050

 A copy of the leaflet is also available on the Welsh Government website: www.wales.gov.uk/immunisation
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