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Originally Posted by Hugh
Received an email from the NHS PATCHES system asking me to book a blood test (for my repeat (low dosage) Statins prescription) - whilst I was on the phone, I also booked a Pneumococcal vaccine* appointment.
* What the pneumococcal vaccine is for
The pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against some types of bacterial infections that can cause serious illnesses like:
meningitis (an infection in the brain and spinal cord)
sepsis (a life-threatening reaction to an infection)
pneumonia (an infection in the lungs)
It can also help protect against other illnesses such as sinusitis and ear infections. |
You only need it once! Thanks for the info, I was not aware of its extensive range of protections!