Adrian Sanders, MP for Torbay is calling for more high risk residents to receive their flu jab.
As a Diabetic, Adrian has received his seasonal flu jab already this year.
Every year around 50,000 people are affected by winter flu in the UK, which has an associated mortality of up to 20%. However, information released by Torbay Care Trust found that only 62.3% of the eligible population in PCT Area have received their vaccination; leaving over 10,000 over 65s unvaccinated.
January often sees the highest rate of winter flu, which can be fatal for those in a number of vulnerable groups including the elderly and those with medical conditions such as diabetes or chronic heart disease.
More information can be found on NHS website at www.nhs.uk and Health Protection Agency (HPA) at www.hpa.org.uk.
Adrian said: “The seasonal flu jab is essential in cutting the number of avoidable deaths during the winter season. I would strongly encourage anyone who is eligible and has not yet received their vaccination to contact their GP.”
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