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<p><strong></strong>Provisional data for flu season 2018-19 (autumn to spring) shows
that flu vaccine uptake in those aged 65 and over is at similar levels to previous
years and close to the World Health Organization target of 75%.</p><p> </p><p>Vaccine
uptake in the children’s programme is at the highest level since the introduction
of the programme for two and three-year olds vaccinated in general practice and for
children offered the vaccine in primary school.</p><p> </p><p>For pregnant women and
for those in at risk groups eligible for flu vaccine, the vaccination uptake is slightly
lower compared to last year. There are many reasons for this. Many patients do not
appreciate how serious flu can be and the importance of protecting themselves.</p><p>
</p><p>Provisional data can be viewed at the following link:</p><p> </p><p><a href="http://www.gov.uk/government/collections/vaccine-uptake"
target="_blank">www.gov.uk/government/collections/vaccine-uptake</a></p>
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