What your immune system needs is a bit of training!
As we get to the ‘business end’ of 2023, the last thing you need is to be knocked off kilter by a serious bout of flu.
And to be clear, when we say ‘flu, we do not mean a nasty cold - oh no sireeee! We mean the kind of viral shivery, febrile, headsplitting hideousness that would make anything other than lying in bed with the curtains closed simply out of the question. For the older population or those with compromised immunity it can, sadly, be far more serious.
Thank goodness then for the flu vaccine, which we can think of like a military drill for your natural defences. The introduction of some ‘faux bogies’ gives your immune system chance to engage in strategic practice manoeuvres. It gets to polish its biochemical guns, sharpen its sights, and generally get its troops in a state of heightened readiness. Yes, SIR!
Contrary to what some might think - the flu vaccine is not trying to make you fully immune to flu. But it is certainly aiming to ensure that if/when you do get flu, you have a crack team of commandos on your side - rather than Dad’s army!
If you would like to have your flu vaccine booked in under 2 minutes, delivered by Winchester GPs very own "SAS trained" (ahem) practitioners, simply click the link below or give Central Command a call on 01962 776010 :)
Key facts you need to know about our vaccine
Winchester GP are offering the QIVc vaccine protecting against 4 different strains of flu
Please use the link below to book if you are 18-64 years old
If you are over 65, there is another vaccine (the adjuvented vaccine) optimised for your age group, because it has an oil additive that aids absorption. If this is not available to you, the QIVc is a good alternative. Please call reception 01962 776010 to discuss in the first instance
The cost of the flu vaccine is £20
Book early to avoid disappointment - subject to availability