21/04/2026
Myth: "I had the vaccine and still got the flu, so it doesn't work"
Fact: Severe flu viruses are circulating all the time, which is why people may still get the flu despite being vaccinated. However, being vaccinated can improve your chance of being protected from the flu. This is especially important to stop the virus affecting people with vulnerable immune systems.
Ask your GP about the benefits of getting a flu vaccine.