NPS Medicinewise has launched
a campaign reminding consumers
that anyone can catch the flu, and
that being vaccinated is the single
best way to protect against the
infection.
“We’re urging people who
are at most at risk to have the
flu vaccination this autumn,
because influenza can lead to
serious complications, including
pneumonia,” said NPS clinical
adviser Dr Philippa Binns.
Every year in Australia there
are 1500-2500 influenza related
deaths and up to 18,000 people
hospitalised with the condition.The above article was sent to subscribers in Pharmacy Daily's issue from 17 Apr 13 To see the full newsletter, see the embedded issue below or CLICK HERE to download Pharmacy Daily from 17 Apr 13
THE Senate’s Community Affairs Legislation Committee is holding a two-day inquiry into the Therapeutic Goods and Other Legislation Amendment (Vaping Reforms) Bill 2024, which is currently under discussion in Federal Parliament.
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