The vaccines > Flu > FAQs

• How do I know when I've got flu?
• When am I most at risk from flu?
• Does everyone need a flu jab?
• How long will the jab protect me?
• If I had the jab last year, do I need it again now?
• Can the flu jab actually cause flu?
• Will it stop me from getting ill?
• When's the best time to get my flu jab?
• Is there anyone who shouldn't get a flu jab?
• How do I go about getting immunised?
• What is the aim of the flu immunisation policy?
• Has the policy changed?
• Why are these groups targeted?
• Can a GP immunise anyone else?
• Can people get the flu vaccine privately?
• Why is it recommended that health care workers are immunised?
• Is the age recommendation likely to be extended in the future?

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Does everyone need a flu jab?

Ask your GP about having a flu vaccination if:

• You're 65 or over
• You live in an old people's home or nursing home

or if you have any of these problems (however old you are):

• Achronic heart or chest complaint, including asthma
• Chronic kidney disease
• Diabetes
• Lowered immunity due to disease or treatment such as steroid medication or cancer treatment.