In 2017, there were 250,000 confirmed laboratory influenza cases – 3 times the number compared to 2016. In an attempt to avoid last year’s Flu disaster, the Government will fund 2 new flu vaccines this year for people aged 65 years or over. Fluzone High-Dose vaccine is 4 times the strength of the regular flu
Read more →Last years flu season was one of the worst Australia has seen. One of the best ways to manage the flu is to get vaccinated. The 2018 Flu vaccine will be available by the end of March, early April. Here are some tips on how to manage the flu: Avoid sick people. Stay home if
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National Diabetes Service Scheme (NDSS) available from Riverview Pharmacy.
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1. Pollen, dust or animal skin flakes enters the eyes, nose and lungs. When these allergic “triggers” enter the bodies of people who have allergies, their immune system overreacts. 2. The body produces antibodies which work to fight the trigger. 3. The antibodies attach to allergy cells which release strong chemicals into the tissues. 4.
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