A vaccine is a medicine that helps your body fight diseases.
Vaccines are very important.
They can protect you and those around you from getting very ill.
Having your vaccine will help you to stay healthy.
Flu vaccinations
If you catch flu, it can make you very poorly.
It is safe to have your flu vaccine.
It is important to get your flu vaccine to stop you getting very poorly.
You can ask your GP surgery to do things to make your appointment easier for you. This is called a reasonable adjustment.
You can take a family member or friend along with you to get your flu vaccine.
You can get the flu vaccine for free if you are on the learning disability register.
If you think you have flu, stay home and rest until you feel better.
Call NHS 111 if you have other health conditions or feel very unwell.
Ask your doctor about having your annual health check when you go for your flu vaccine.
Annual health checks are free and can help you stay fit and healthy.
There is an that you can read.
Watch this video about the flu vaccine.
There also a video for parents and carers about the flu vaccine.
All unpaid carers can get a free flu vaccine from their GP.
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There is more the NHS website (not in easy read).
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