The Influenza Specialist Group (ISG) is aware of reports of young children experiencing adverse reactions after receiving the seasonal influenza vaccine, including fever and in some cases febrile convulsions (e.g. a fit or a seizure).

Over five million Australians now eligible for free influenza vaccines this winter

Over 80 percent of Australian hospital admissions for confirmed or suspected influenza occur in those aged under 65 years¹

With the flu season fast approaching, it is important to consider your annual flu shot.

The seasonal influenza vaccine helps protect against the three most common strains of flu virus which have been identified by the World Health Organisation (WHO) as potentially leading to serious illness in the southern hemisphere this year.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced the recommended viruses for the northern hemisphere 2010-2011 influenza season.

During December 2009 and January 2010, the ISG conducted a survey amongst healthcare workers, seeking feedback on their response and attitudes to the pandemic flu vaccination.