Social distancing is likely to have helped to keep the number low last year. There were more than 22, estimated deaths in the season, but just under 4, deaths in It can be hard to tell if you have flu or coronavirus as they sometimes share similar symptoms, including:. Some people may also experience muscle aches, a headache, sore throat and diarrhoea and vomiting with flu.
But these symptoms can be seen with other common winter viruses too. Flu and coronavirus can also be spread before people have symptoms. Yes, in which case you are more likely to be seriously ill. Research shows those infected with both viruses are more than twice as likely to die as someone with Covid alone.
About 30 million people in the UK are being offered a booster jab against Covid , including the overs and younger adults with health conditions.
They may be offered the flu and booster jab at the same time - but only if it's practical. Deputy chief medical officer for England Professor Jonathan Van-Tam has said that it's safe to have both jabs simultaneously, and doesn't affect how well they work.
Most side-effects are mild and only last a day or two, including a slightly raised temperature, muscle-ache and a sore arm where the needle went in. Allergic reactions are rare but you should avoid the vaccine if you have previously had a serious allergic reaction to a flu vaccine. People who have allergies to eggs should consult their pharmacist or GP to get a low-egg or egg-free vaccine. It is best to avoid the vaccine if you are ill with a high temperature.
You should re-book for when you are fully recovered. Children will typically be offered the vaccine via a a nasal spray. Adults are offered injections. For adults aged 65 and over the most common vaccine includes an extra ingredient that triggers a stronger response from the immune system. For the flu season, three main types of influenza vaccines will be available.
Two kinds—the inactivated influenza vaccines IIV4s and the recombinant influenza vaccine RIV4 —are injectable flu shots. The third type, the live attenuated influenza vaccine LAIV4 , is given by nasal spray. Different influenza vaccines are approved for different age groups. Some people for example, pregnant people and people with some chronic health conditions should not get some types of influenza vaccines, and some people should not receive influenza vaccines at all though this is uncommon.
Everyone who is vaccinated should receive a vaccine that is appropriate for their age and health status. There is no preference for any one vaccine over another. This page includes information on who should and who should not get an influenza vaccine, and who should talk to a health care professional before vaccination.
Talk to your health care provider if you have any questions regarding which influenza vaccines are best for you and your family. All persons aged 6 months of age and older are recommended for annual flu vaccination, with rare exception.
Vaccination is particularly important for people who are at higher risk of developing serious flu complications. If you have one of the following conditions, talk with your health care provider. He or she can help decide whether vaccination is right for you, and select the best vaccine for your situation:.
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