Over-65s in Hampshire urged to get flu jabs

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 22 Oct, 15:28 · Archive

South Central Ambulance Service is urging people aged 65 and over in Hampshire to get vaccinated against flu.

South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) is urging people aged 65 and over in Hampshire to get vaccinated against flu as soon as possible. The service warns that flu can be particularly serious for older people, with infections potentially developing into more severe conditions requiring emergency ambulance callouts and hospital admissions.

Duncan Robertson, chief paramedic at SCAS, said: 'Flu can be a serious illness, particularly for people aged 65 and over. What may begin as a respiratory infection can develop into a much more serious condition, leaving someone needing an emergency ambulance and potentially a stay in hospital.' He added that vaccination helps reduce the risk of serious illness and can ease pressure on NHS services during winter.

Around 4,000 deaths in England were linked to flu last winter, with the majority among those aged 65 and over. Older people can book a free NHS flu jab through their GP surgery or a participating pharmacy, or speak to staff if they live in a residential care home.

How it is being reported

• Ambulance service urges over-65s to get flu jab as winter approachesSouth Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) has called on everyone aged 65 and over who has not yet had their flu jab to get vaccinated as soon as possible.Romsey Advertiser · 22 Oct, 10:30
• Hampshire over-65s urged to get their flu jabOlder people in Hampshire are being urged to get their flu jabSouthern Daily Echo · 22 Oct, 03:30

In this story: South Central Ambulance Service · Hampshire · Duncan Robertson · UK Health Security Agency · England

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