High levels of flu are circulating in Hertfordshire - information about who is most at risk and how to get vaccinated.
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We understand from the Hertfordshire Public Health Team that flu is circulating in the community and the number of people infected is higher than is usually seen at this time of the year.
The main virus circulating is a strain of Influenza A which is associated with more severe illness and higher death rates than other types of flu, particularly in the elderly.
Experts nationally are predicting that we are likely to see a worse flu season than we have experienced for many years.
There is lots of useful information on the Hertfordshire and West Essex Integrated Care System website, including about eligibility for the free NHS vaccine, and where you can get it.