> Date: Fri, 05 Jun 1998 22:00:57 -0600
> Organization: The University of Calgary
> Subject: Re: flu vaccs
> From: Mark Joyce <[log in to unmask]>
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> In Canada all 65+ are targeted for free vaccine from the state. Isn't it
> the same in the U.K.?
>
No!
Only those considered to be in high risk groups eg IHD, CCF, COAD,
diabetes, etc.
I am trying to persuade my HA to use waiting list intiative monies
(the bonus bit if they reach target) to consider all 65+ for 'flu
and pneumovax.
The Consultant in Communicable Diseases considers this inappropriate
without central guidance. Another 'dinosaur':-(
Dr David J Plews
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