The Flu Jab from your pharmacy
Yes your pharmacy can give you your flu jab!
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!pharmacy flu jab
Yes, your pharmacy can give you your flu jab!---------------------------------------------
No need to make an appointment, just pop in at a convenient time for you.
If you are over 65 or pregnant, or you have certain medical conditions, your jab could be FREE!
What is flu? Isn’t it just a heavy cold? How will I know I’ve got it?
Flu occurs every year, usually in the winter, which is why it’s sometimes called seasonal flu. It’s a highly infectious disease with symptoms that come on very quickly. Colds are much less serious and usually start gradually with a stuffy or runny nose and a sore throat. The most common symptoms of flu are fever, chills, headache, aches and pains in the joints and muscles, and extreme tiredness. Healthy individuals usually recover within two to seven days but for some the disease can lead to hospitalisation, permanent disability or even death.
What causes flu?
Flu is caused by viruses that infect the windpipe and lungs. And because it’s caused by viruses and not bacteria, antibiotics won’t treat it.
How do we protect against flu?
The most likely viruses that will cause flu each year are identified in advance of the flu season in the UK and vaccines are then made to match them as closely as possible. Most flu vaccines protect against three types of flu virus.
What harm can flu do?
People sometimes think a bad cold is flu but having flu can be much worse than a cold and you may need to stay in bed for a few days if you have flu. Some people are more susceptible to the effects of flu. For them, it can increase the risk of developing more serious illnesses such as bronchitis and pneumonia or can make existing conditions worse. In the worst cases, flu can result in a stay in hospital or even death.
Am I at increased risk from the effects of flu?
Even if you feel healthy, you should have the free flu vaccination if you are:
- pregnant or have: - a heart problem - a chest complaint or breathing difficulties, including bronchitis or emphysema - a kidney disease - lowered immunity due to disease or treatment (such as steroid medication or cancer treatment) - liver disease - had a stroke or a transient ischaemic attack (TIA) - diabetes - a neurological condition, for example multiple sclerosis (MS) or cerebral palsy - a problem with your spleen, for example sickle cell disease, or you have had your spleen removed
Who should consider having a flu vaccination?
You should have the flu vaccination if you have any condition listed above, or are:
- aged 65 years or over - living in a residential or nursing home - the main carer of an older or disabled person - a household contact of an immunocompromised person - a health or social care worker
By having the vaccination, paid and unpaid carers will reduce their chances of getting flu. They can then continue to help those they look after.
Why is a flu vaccination my best protection against flu?
You can do things like washing your hands and using disposable tissues for coughs and sneezes but the vaccination will help your body to fight flu viruses. Your body starts making antibodies against the viruses about a week to ten days after the injection. These antibodies help to protect you against similar flu viruses that you may meet.
Will I get any side effects?
There are some fairly common but mild side effects. Some people get a slight temperature and aching muscles for a couple of days afterwards and your arm may feel a bit sore where you were injected. Any other reactions are very rare.
Will the flu vaccine protect me completely?
Most people who have the flu vaccination will not get flu. However, like any vaccine, it does not give complete protection. When the vaccine is well matched to the circulating virus strains, then around three-quarters of those vaccinated are likely to be protected. The rest may have some protection that could reduce the severity of their symptoms.
How long will I be protected for?
The vaccine should provide protection throughout the 2014/15 flu season.
What do I need to do now?
If you belong to one of the groups mentioned, it’s important that you have your flu vaccination. The vaccines are normally available from the beginning of September, depending on supplies. Speak to your local pharmacist, to arrange a vaccination and get the best possible protection. You probably won’t need to make an appointment and pharmacies are often open late in the evening and at weekends.
Participating Pharmacies
Ancora Pharmacy 291 Ashby Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 2AB 01724 877100
Asda Pharmacy Kingswood Park, Bude Road, Hull , HU7 4HS 01482 370810
Asda Pharmacy Asda Superstore, Holles Street, Grimsby DN32 9DL 01472 243217
Boots UK Ltd 14 The Pavement, Pocklington YO42 2AX 01759-302829
Boots UK Ltd 16 West End, Swanland, North Ferriby HU14 3PE 01482-631896
Boots UK Ltd Unit 3A, Kingston Retail Park, Hull HU1 2TX 01482 218888
Boots UK Ltd 43 Friargate , Freshney Place, Grimsby DN31 1EL 01472 357063
Boots UK Ltd 9-13 The Promenade, Bridlington YO15 2PY 01262-673202
Boots UK Ltd 48-58 Prospect Centre, Prospect Street, Hull HU2 8PS 01482 223334
Boots UK Ltd 122 Quay Road, Bridlington YO16 4JE 01262-672114
Boots UK Ltd 43-45 Toll Gavel, Beverley, East Riding Of Yorkshire HU17 9AA 01482-881583
Boots UK Ltd 218 Hessle Road, Hull HU3 3BG 01482 324506
Boots UK Ltd 55 Middle Street South, Driffield YO25 6PS 01377-252067
Boots UK Ltd 53-55 Market Place, Pocklington YO42 2AL 01759-302255
Boots UK Ltd 43-47 High Street, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire DN15 6SB 01724 864285
Boots UK Ltd Kingswood Retail Park, Hull HU7 3DA 01482 877990
Boots UK Ltd 94-96 Queen Street, Withernsea, East Riding Of Yorkshire HU19 2HB 01964-612217
Boots UK Ltd 43 Market Place, Market Weighton YO43 3AJ 01430-872267
Boots UK Ltd 2 The Square, Hessle, East Riding Of Yorkshire HU13 0AA 01482-648512
Boots UK Ltd 250 Holderness Road, Hull HU9 2HX 01482 320386
Boots UK Ltd 153 Beverley Road, Hull , HU3 1TY 01482 210810
Boots UK Ltd 8 Ings Centre, Savoy Road, Hull HU8 0TX 01482 791219
Boots UK Ltd 41 Promenade, Bridlington YO15 2PY 01262-672706
Broughton Pharmacy 27 Brooklands Avenue, Broughton DN20 0DY 01652 658112
Day Lewis Pharmacy 85 Newbegin, Hornsea, HU18 1PA 01964 532066
E A Broadburn (Chemist) Ltd Scartho Medical Centre, Springfield Road, Grimsby, DN33 3JF 01472 879181
E A Broadburn (Chemist) Ltd 14-16 St Peter’s Avenue, Cleethorpes, DN35 8HL 01472 691529
ERoY Test Provider Testing House, Test Road, Test City, AB12 3CD 01234 567890
Garners Pharmacy 28 Court Gardens, Snaith, Goole DN14 9JP 01405-860324
Garners Pharmacy 72-74 Cottage Beck Road, Scunthorpe DN16 1LE 01724 842429
Garners Pharmacy Ltd 160-164 Frodingham Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire DN15 7NN 01724 276156
Lloyds Pharmacy 4 Market Place, Hornsea HU18 1AW 01964-532967
Lloyds Pharmacy 284 Southcoates Lane, Hull HU9 3AP 01482 374639
Lloyds Pharmacy Marfleet Primary Care Centre, Preston Road, Hull HU9 5UZ 01482 707705
Lloyds Pharmacy 48-49 Goodhart Road, Bransholme, Hull HU7 4EE 01482 833670
Lloyds Pharmacy 1-3 High Street, Barton-Upon-Humber DN18 5PA 01652 632129
Lloyds Pharmacy 4 Diadem Grove, Hull HU9 4AL 01482 374193
Lloyds Pharmacy 208 Littlecoates Road, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire DN34 5SU 01472 871112
Lloyds Pharmacy Elliott Chappell Health Centre, Walcott Street, HULL HU3 4BB 01482 228855
Lloyds Pharmacy Raj Medical Centre, Laceby Road, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire DN34 5LP 01472 879568
Lloyds Pharmacy 18 - 20 Kennedy Way, Immingham, North East Lincolnshire DN40 2AB 01469 572699
Lloyds Pharmacy 322 Holderness Road, Kingston Upon Hull HU9 3DA 01482 324360
Lloyds Pharmacy 18A Dudley Street, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire DN31 2AB 01472 241769
Lloyds Pharmacy Stirling Medical Centre, Stirling Street, Grimsby DN31 3AE 01472 355455
Lloyds Pharmacy 75 Bethune Avenue, Hull HU4 7EH 01482 648851
Lloyds Pharmacy Goole & District Hospital, Woodland Avenue, Goole DN14 6RX 01405-763074
Lloyds Pharmacy Unit 1-2 Greengables, Station Road, New Waltham, Grimsby DN36 4YE 01472 828198
Lloyds Pharmacy 213 Ashby High Street, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire DN16 2JP 01724 842581
Lloyds Pharmacy 6 Asda Development, Scotter Road, Scunthorpe DN17 2XG 01724 869902
Lloyds Pharmacy 44 Elmbridge Parade, Greatfield Estate, Hull HU9 4JU 01482 376403
Lloyds Pharmacy 29 Marsden Drive, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire DN15 8AL 01724 282821
Lloyds Pharmacy 253 Anlaby Road, Hull HU3 2SE 01482 211121
Lloyds Pharmacy Unit 6, Welton Road, Brough HU15 1LZ 01482-667371
Mackenzie Pharmacy 633 Anlaby Road, Hull HU3 6SX 01482 351022
Mackenzie Pharmacy 121-123 Chanterlands Ave, Kingston Upon Hull HU5 3TG 01482 343713
Market Weighton Pharmacy Wolds House01430 250350
Marton Road Pharmacy 151 Marton Road, Bridlington YO16 7DJ 01262-608608
Newington Pharmacy 525 Anlaby Road, Hull HU3 6E 01482 566989
Newland Community Pharmacy 59-61 Newland Avenue, Kingston Upon Hull HU5 3BG 01482 342872
Riverside Pharmacy Barnard Avenue, Brigg DN20 8AS 01652 600301
Sainsburys Instore Pharmacy 825 Sainsburys Way, Hessle, Hull HU13 9NS 01482 562204
Sainsburys Instore Pharmacy Doncaster Road, Scunthorpe DN15 7DE 01724 852640
Superdrug Pharmacy 23-25 Toll Gavel, Beverley, East Riding Of Yorkshire HU17 9AA 01482-881344
Superdrug Pharmacy 22/24 King Street, Bridlington YO15 2AB 01262-672229
Superdrug Pharmacy Unit 3G Main Deck, Princes Quay Shopping Centre, Hull HU1 2PQ 01482 224018
Tesco Instore Pharmacy Hall Road, Hull HU6 7XP 01482 805562
Tesco Instore Pharmacy Hewitts Avenue, Cleethorpes DN35 9QR 01472 306847
Tesco Instore Pharmacy Tesco Extra, Gallagher Pk, Doncaster Road, Scunthorpe DN15 8GR 01724 389247
Tesco Instore Pharmacy Boothferry Road, Goole DN14 6BB 01405 658847
Tesco Instore Pharmacy George Street, Driffield YO25 7RA 01377-349547
Tesco Instore Pharmacy St Stevens Place, Park Street, Hull HU2 8RW 01482 210541
Weldrick Pharmacy Ironstone Centre, West Street, Scunthorpe DN15 6HX 01724 851195
Weldricks Pharmacy 5 Church Street, Epworth, Doncaster DN9 1ER 01427 872235
Weldricks Pharmacy Market Place, Crowle, Scunthorpe DN17 4LB 01724 710263
Westcliffe Pharmacy 13 Westcliff Precinct, Dryden Road, Westcliff, Scunthorpe DN17 1PS 01724 844477
Whitworth Chemists Ltd 8 Springs Parade, Brigg, North Linconshire DN20 8EQ 01652 652196
Whitworth Chemists Ltd 188 Ashby Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire DN16 2AP 01724 843194
Whitworth Chemists Ltd 264 Bricknell Avenue, Kingston Upon Hull HU5 4QG 01482 342705
WM Morrison Pharmacy Wingfield Way, Victoria Road, Beverley HU17 8XE 01482-863840
WM Morrisons Pharmacy 716-718 Holderness Road, Kingston Upon Hull HU9 3JA 01482 375257