At risk groups reminded to get their flu vaccination now
With flu cases on the rise, people in "at risk" groups are being reminded that they can still get a free flu vaccination. While symptoms of flu are generally unpleasant, it can lead to more serious complications like middle ear infections in children and pneumonia or bronchitis for those with underlying health conditions. Every year, tens of thousands of people are hospitalised because of flu, and in some cases it can be fatal.