South Australians are urged to have their flu vaccinations this year due to the increase in flu cases.
Pro Medical also urges individuals who are in frequent contact with the sick, young or elderly to be immunized as well.
Immunizations will be available from the end of March.
Click on the link below to read more about how flu cases have skyrocketed in Adelaide,
You may be eligible to receive a FREE flu Vaccine
Free vaccines are available if you meet any of the following criteria:
- All people aged 65 years and over
- Those with chronic health conditions, eg heart disease, lung conditions, diabetes, kidney failure, neurological conditions, low immunity and cancer
- Pregnant women
- Indigenous people from 15-49 years
- Children in medical at risk MAR group