As an aside, people should remember that there is also a Pneumococcal vaccine available. This doesn't get nearly the attention that the annual flu vaccine does, but if you haven't already had it (it's a one off jab) it's worth considering, especially in the current circumstances. I'm not entirely sure what the qualification requirements are for receving it free from the NHS but both my wife and I have just had it on request. We are both over 65.A friend who is a few years younger but with a history of pneumonia paid for her innoculation - I think in Boots. It was quite expensive, £70 I believe though there is also another viral pneumonia vaccine which is cheaper. I couldn't quite work out who gets which one, but it seemed to be decided primarily on age.
Bruce Hammal ● 2194d