Viruses like COVID-19, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (or RSV) and influenza, commonly known as flu, are around in our community.

People infected with these viruses can become really sick, with some people needing to go to hospital to receive medical care.

To help stay well this winter and reduce your chance of getting sick, there are simple steps you can take.

If you feel unwell, please stay at home. If you have to go out, you should wear a mask and stay away from others where you can, particularly if they’re at higher risk of severe illness. It’s also best to avoid people who you know are sick.

Wash your hands with soap or use a hand sanitiser regularly, especially after coughing, sneezing, blowing your nose to help stop viruses spreading.

Don’t forget to also stay up to date with your flu and COVID-19 vaccinations. It’s the best way to protect you and can stop you from getting really sick. Everyone aged 6 months and over is recommended to get a flu vaccine. Some people are eligible for a FREE flu vaccine because they are at higher risk of severe illness, including children aged 6 months up to under 5 years, pregnant women, people aged 65 years and over and people with serious health conditions. Some providers may charge an administration or consultation fee. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if this applies to you.

For people aged 65 years and over and adults who are at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19, a free 2023 COVID-19 booster is recommended if it has been more than 6 months since your last COVID-19 vaccination, or a confirmed infection.

The flu and COVID-19 vaccines can be given at the same time.

Speak to your doctor or pharmacist today to find out if you’re eligible for a free flu vaccine, or if a 2023 COVID-19 booster is right for you.

For more information on staying well this winter, visit www.health.nsw.gov.au/winter.

Viruses like COVID-19, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (or RSV) and influenza, commonly known as flu, are around in our community.
People infected with these viruses can become really sick, with some people needing to go to hospital to receive medical care.
To help stay well this winter and reduce your chance of getting sick, there are simple steps you can take.
If you feel unwell, please stay at home. If you have to go out, you should wear a mask and stay away from others where you can, particularly if they’re at higher risk of severe illness. It’s also best to avoid people who you know are sick.
Wash your hands with soap or use a hand sanitiser regularly, especially after coughing, sneezing, blowing your nose to help stop viruses spreading.
Don’t forget to also stay up to date with your flu and COVID-19 vaccinations. It’s the best way to protect you and can stop you from getting really sick. Everyone aged 6 months and over is recommended to get a flu vaccine. Some people are eligible for a FREE flu vaccine because they are at higher risk of severe illness, including children aged 6 months up to under 5 years, pregnant women, people aged 65 years and over and people with serious health conditions. Some providers may charge an administration or consultation fee. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if this applies to you.
For people aged 65 years and over and adults who are at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19, a free 2023 COVID-19 booster is recommended if it has been more than 6 months since your last COVID-19 vaccination, or a confirmed infection.
The flu and COVID-19 vaccines can be given at the same time.
Speak to your doctor or pharmacist today to find out if you’re eligible for a free flu vaccine, or if a 2023 COVID-19 booster is right for you.
For more information on staying well this winter, visit <a href="http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/winter">www.health.nsw.gov.au/winter</a>.

The influenza virus, also known as flu, is around in our community.

Influenza can be serious for pregnant women and their baby. Even if you are healthy, changes in your immune, heart and lung functions during pregnancy mean you are more likely to get really sick from flu. Pregnant women who get the flu are at higher risk of hospitalization, and even death.

If you are pregnant, you are strongly encouraged to get the flu vaccine. It is safe and can be given at any stage of pregnancy.

Getting a flu vaccine is the best way to protect you from the flu and its complications during pregnancy.

The flu vaccine triggers your body's defence system to create antibodies, which will fight flu viruses if you are exposed to them in the future.

A flu shot also protects your baby against influenza during the first six months of life because protective antibodies are passed from the mother to the baby during pregnancy.

The flu vaccine is free for all pregnant women and is available from your doctor, midwife, or pharmacist.

Some providers may charge an administration or consultation fee. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if this applies to you.

It is recommended that people you regularly see while pregnant also get a flu shot, such as your family and those you live with. This will help protect you from the flu.

Speak to your doctor, midwife or pharmacist today. Now is the best time to get vaccinated and protect yourself and your baby against flu.

For more information on getting a flu vaccine, visit health.nsw.gov.au/flu

The influenza virus, also known as flu, is around in our community.
Influenza can be serious for pregnant women and their baby. Even if you are healthy, changes in your immune, heart and lung functions during pregnancy mean you are more likely to get really sick from flu. Pregnant women who get the flu are at higher risk of hospitalization, and even death.
If you are pregnant, you are strongly encouraged to get the flu vaccine. It is safe and can be given at any stage of pregnancy.
Getting a flu vaccine is the best way to protect you from the flu and its complications during pregnancy.
The flu vaccine triggers your body's defence system to create antibodies, which will fight flu viruses if you are exposed to them in the future.
A flu shot also protects your baby against influenza during the first six months of life because protective antibodies are passed from the mother to the baby during pregnancy.
The flu vaccine is free for all pregnant women and is available from your doctor, midwife, or pharmacist.
Some providers may charge an administration or consultation fee. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if this applies to you.
It is recommended that people you regularly see while pregnant also get a flu shot, such as your family and those you live with. This will help protect you from the flu.
Speak to your doctor, midwife or pharmacist today. Now is the best time to get vaccinated and protect yourself and your baby against flu.
For more information on getting a flu vaccine, visit <a href="https://www.nsw.gov.au/health/influenza">health.nsw.gov.au/flu</a>

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The influenza virus, also known as flu, is around in our community. 

For more information on getting a flu vaccine, visit health.nsw.gov.au/flu

The influenza virus, also known as flu, is around in our community. 
For more information on getting a flu vaccine, visit <a href="https://www.nsw.gov.au/health/influenza">health.nsw.gov.au/flu</a>

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