Understanding Influenza
Influenza (the flu) is a contagious viral infection that attacks your respiratory system. It spreads through droplets when infected people cough, sneeze, or talk. Unlike common colds, influenza often causes sudden high fever and can lead to serious complications like pneumonia.
Why Vaccinate Annually?
- Virus Changes: Influenza viruses mutate constantly, requiring updated vaccines each season
- Best Protection: Reduces risk of illness by 40-60% when vaccine matches circulating strains
- Herd Immunity: Protects vulnerable groups (elderly, young children, chronic illness patients)
Who Especially Needs Vaccination?
- Adults over 65
- Young children (6 months+)
- Pregnant women
- Travellers
- Those with chronic conditions (asthma, diabetes, heart disease)
Get Vaccinated Today
To schedule your vaccination or learn more about the influenza shot, please contact 018 361 3789 or visit our Meru EcoClinic. The clinic is open Mondays to Fridays from 8am to 5pm and Saturdays from 8am to 12pm.
Note: It takes about 2 weeks after vaccination for full protection to develop.