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What can I do to avoid catching seasonal flu?

If you are 65 or over, or have certain conditions, you are especially at risk of developing serious complications as a result of flu. You are eligible for a free seasonal flu jab, and this is the best way to guard against potentially life-threatening consequences of contracting flu. General tips to help avoid spreading germs to others and avoid picking them up yourself include; always carrying tissues, covering your cough and sneeze with a tissue, disposing of the tissue after one use, and cleaning your hands as soon and as often as you can.

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