Our body's immunity is our most important ally in the fight against viruses.
We can strengthen it through healthy habits, regular physical activity and informed decisions such as vaccination.
Winter is a period of increased illnesses, including flu and COVID-19. As part of today's Prevention Wednesday, we talk about the important role of vaccination as an effective and safe way to protect against infectious diseases.
Informed decisions and resilience
Influenza is not just a common cold - it is a dangerous, acute infectious disease that, in the form of complications, can consequently pose a serious threat to our health. Older people have lower immunity, have a harder time with the flu and Covid-19 may develop exacerbation of chronic diseases and develop viral pneumonia or myocarditis as a complication. Vaccination reduces this risk.
Prevention is not only about protecting ourselves, but also our loved ones and the community in which we live. Experts emphasise that there are specific steps that each of us can take to minimise the risk of falling ill. Experts talk more about flu prevention, which is particularly important in autumn and winter, in the video:
How to distinguish between flu, cold and COVID-19 symptoms
You can read about the differences between influenza and the common cold and COVID-19; how to distinguish between the symptoms of these diseases; and what complications may arise in the article Cold, flu or COVID-19? How do you recognise this?
For whom are vaccines free and for whom at a discount? Who pays for the administration of the vaccination? Who can vaccinate you? Find out about this in the guide Influenza, COVID-19 and pneumococcal vaccinations. What is worth knowing?
Take care of your health and join us on Prevention Wednesday!