The NHS is offering flu jabs in an East Sussex pub as part of a campaign to get more people to have the vaccination.<\/p>\n
Across the county, 52% of eligible people have received their free flu vaccination so far this winter, representing about 506,000 residents, NHS Sussex said.<\/p>\n
A pop-up vaccination clinic is now available at The Bevy community pub, on Hillside, in Brighton.<\/p>\n
Hollie Defries, lead nurse for Brighton & Hove Federation, said the aim was to \u00ab\u00a0reach as many people as possible\u00a0\u00bb.<\/p>\n
Peter, who is classified as a vulnerable person, received the flu and Covid-19 vaccinations at the pub.<\/p>\n
\u00ab\u00a0I’d put it off and put it off, so this is quite convenient for me,\u00a0\u00bb he said.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Penny, a local resident with long-term breathing difficulties, encouraged others to get the jab.<\/p>\n
\u00ab\u00a0I can’t afford to get sick. With breathing difficulties, it always affects my lungs. I make sure I do everything to keep as healthy as possible. Please do get the jabs if you can,\u00a0\u00bb she said.<\/p>\n
Dr Amy Dissanayake, interim chief medical officer for NHS Sussex, emphasised the importance of protection during winter.<\/p>\n
\u00ab\u00a0Flu activity started earlier than expected this year, and Covid continues to pose a risk to older adults and people with weakened immune systems,\u00a0\u00bb she said.<\/p>\n
\u00ab\u00a0Vaccination remains the most effective way to avoid serious illness and hospitalisation.<\/p>\n
\u00ab\u00a0As we approach a period of increased social contact, it is vital that eligible residents come forward for their winter vaccinations. Prioritising your health is one of the most important decisions you can make.\u00a0\u00bb<\/p>\n
Eligible residents can book their flu or Covid-19 vaccination through the NHS app, online, via their GP practice or by calling 119.<\/p>\n
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