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Number of pensioners taking free flu jab falling
Many potential flu victims have not been vaccinated despite winter approaching, according to new figures.
The number of over 65 year olds who have been vaccinated has fallen since last year, as has the the number of younger "at risk" patients.
As of last week, only 48.9% of over 65s had been given the jab, compared with 54.8% in the same period of 2011.
Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt said: "As winter approaches, we should all be on our guard against health problems."
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-20189597
For the benefit of our cousins - these are free jabs.
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