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Most healthy adults recover from influenza within a few days but some people, especially those aged 65 and over, and those with certain chronic illnesses like heart or lung disease, can develop complications. These can include pneumonia or heart failure, which can be fatal. Information linked from this page will provide you with the information you need if you are considering immunisation against influenza.
The Fight Flu Campaign site has information on all aspects of influenza.
Updated September 2009
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Influenza
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Many people are unsure whether they have a cold or influenza (the flu). The flu is quite different to a cold it lasts longer and people are usually much more unwell with it.
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Oct 2009
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Newly marketed drugs: H1N1 vaccine
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Australian Prescriber
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Following the rapid spread of a new influenza A H1N1 virus, also called swine flu, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared an influenza pandemic on 11 June 2009.1 This prompted the development of a 2009 H1N1 vaccine.
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Oct 2009
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Reporting side effects following vaccination with Panvax® H1N1
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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The TGA is monitoring all adverse reactions following vaccination with Panvax H1N1. Individuals or health professionals are encouraged to report by using the online reporting form, or calling 18 02 007.
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Sep 2009
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TGA approves vaccine against Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 influenza
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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Australia's medicines regulator, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), has today approved the registration of Panvax H1N1 influenza vaccine, for use in adults and children 10 years of age and over.
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Sep 2009
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Media release. TGA green lights pandemic flu vaccine
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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Australia's independent medicines' regulator, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), today announced it will register the CSL pandemic influenza (swine flu) vaccine. This decision paves the way for a national vaccination program to start later this month.
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Sep 2009
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Asthma and influenza - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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Although influenza is not normally dangerous for healthy people, it can be more serious if you have other health problems, such as asthma.
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Aug 2009
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Fight flu evidence
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National Institute of Clinical Studies
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This site has been developed to provide consumers, carers and health care workers with evidence-based information about influenza vaccinations. It also aims to support those planning workplace vaccinations with tools and strategies.
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Jul 2009
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Australian Influenza Vaccine Committee
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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AIVC recommendations for the composition of influenza vaccine for 2009.
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Jul 2009
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Media release. Annual national free flu vaccination for over 65s - launch
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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The Australian Government has officially launched its annual free flu vaccination program for people over 65 - with record supplies of vaccinations being distributed to prepare for this year's flu season.
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Apr 2009
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Influenza - the flu - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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Influenza - usually shortened to 'flu' - is a viral infection of your nose, throat and sometimes your lungs.
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Feb 2009
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Flu questions
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National Institute of Clinical Studies
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Frequently Asked Questions about influenza and influenza vaccination
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Feb 2009
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InFLUenza - health professionals
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National Institute of Clinical Studies
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Less than half the people under 65 who are at risk of developing complications from influenza are being vaccinated. Only 20 to 50 per cent of health care workers are vaccinated annually, even though they are at an increased risk of both getting and spreading influenza.
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Dec 2008
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Antivirals & vaccines
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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Medicines known as antivirals may have some effectiveness in preventing the development of infection in people exposed to the influenza virus. When used as a treatment, antivirals can reduce the duration of symptoms and illness.
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Dec 2008
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Flu (influenza)
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Better Health Channel
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Influenza (the flu) is caused by a virus. Flu symptoms include high fever, chills and sweating, sore throat, weakness, headache, muscle and joint pains and a cough. Treatment includes bed rest, paracetamol and drinking plenty of fluids. Immunisation can protect vulnerable people from the flu. Older people and those with an underlying medical condition are more likely to develop serious complications including secondary bacterial pneumonia, primary influenza pneumonia and inflammation of the brain or heart.
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Oct 2008
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FLU facts
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National Institute of Clinical Studies
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This page lists ten little known facts about the impact of influenza in Australia
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Oct 2008
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Flu (influenza) - immunisation
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Better Health Channel
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Influenza, or flu, is an epidemic disease that causes widespread illness every year. Influenza immunisation is recommended for people in known high-risk groups including everyone aged over 65, hospital patients and staff, some Kooris and Torres Strait Islanders, residents in nursing homes or other care facilities, severe asthmatics and anyone with a chronic illness. Pregnant women should also be immunised against the flu. Serious side effects or allergic reactions to the vaccine are rare.
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Sep 2008
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