Give it your BEST SHOT!
Protect yourself & your loved ones against flu
- Every flu season is different and can cause severe complications in certain groups of people.
- One of the most common complications of flu is bronchitis, a chest infection that can become serious and develop into pneumonia.
- The flu vaccination is free if you: Are aged 65+ years Have children aged 2-3 years (nasal spray through GP) Have children in reception or school years 1, 2 3 or 4 (nasal spray offered in school) Are pregnant Have a long term health condition Are caring for someone
- Don’t delay; ask your GP or pharmacist about your free vaccination today!
If you:
• Are aged 65+ years
• Have children aged 2-3 years
• Have children in reception or school years 1, 2 3 or 4*
• Are pregnant
• Have a long term health condition
• Are caring for someone
Don’t delay; ask your GP or pharmacist about your FREE flu vaccine today.
*Children in reception and school years 1, 2, 3 and 4 will be offered the flu vaccination at school
STHK Every Experience Matters Survey
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3rd Party Prescribing Pilot
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Local health leaders support campaign for the correct use of antibiotics
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Electronic Cigarettes (e-cigs) Fires
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Manchester Attack Support Hub
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Primary Care Extended Hours Engagement Survey
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Healthy Living Team shortlisted for prestigious award
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Take the first steps towards a career in caring with ACL
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Winter Warmth campaign heats up as library events get underway
Winter is upon us and while for most people it’s just a matter of turning the up the heating, for some it can be a far more dangerous time of year. Elderly and infirm people and young children are at risk when the temperature starts to drop. In 2015-2016 there were an estimated 24,300 extra deaths...
Campaign launched to reduce drinking and remind residents of drinking laws
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Council supports national Interfaith Week
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Haydock Cottage Hospital memorial to be unveiled next week
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Residents encouraged to help shape new health and social care model for the borough
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Primary Care Extended Hours Engagement Survey
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CQC completes initial review of mental health services for children and young people
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NHS needs to do more to understand why people are returning to hospital after being discharged
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Winter Warmer campaign launches tomorrow
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