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Beware the 2018 Flu Season

2017 was one of the worst flu seasons on record in Queensland,

with more than 56,000 people contracting the flu.

Specialists working in our emergency rooms and older, as their immune systems respond less effectively
have stated the flu is already affecting the to vaccines.
region’s hospital emergency rooms. Australian studies have estimated vaccine effectiveness is
Influenza is caused by influenza between 38% and 86%. The variation depends on age, whether NORTH LAKES HOTEL
viruses, which are highly contagious a person is immunocompromised and how good the match is
via respiratory droplet transmission. between influenza strains in the vaccine and those circulating Opens its' Doors
Influenza type A and B cause the in the community. Protection was thought to persist up to
majority of disease in humans. Genetic one year, but recent evidence suggests protection may wane
changes to proteins on the viruses result from three to four months after vaccination. May/June are the
in different strains each season, ideal months to have the vaccination, as the flu season extends
which is why influenza to the end of August.
immunisation is TIPS TO REMEMBER: The new North Lakes Hotel is a ‘must visit’ for every local.
recommended • The more people who are vaccinated, the less likely the flu North Lakes is now a true satellite city with the completion and opening of the much anticipated hotel by Lake Eden, the Best Western Plus
every year. This will spread in the community North Lakes Hotel. Boasting intimate 46 room accommodation, Boardwalk Restaurant & Bar, outdoor café, and conference/function spaces
year there are • If you get symptoms of influenza you will need to have a with a view, guests are assured personalised service in serene surroundings and accessibility to North Lakes town centre!
two new funded diagnosis confirmed via laboratory tests The Boardwalk Restaurant & Bar is open to the public and presents a great spot to enjoy drinks and nibbles with friends or colleagues as
vaccines, one • Don’t forget your cough etiquette the sun sets over the lake. Dine into the night and treat yourselves to the hospitality and atmosphere hotel guests enjoy.
specifically • Wash your hands regularly Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the Boardwalk Restaurant and Café offers the upmarket alternative that North Lakes locals
for people • Staying at home can prevent transmission have been craving. There are nine multi-purpose conference rooms available and plenty of catering options to suit your group.
aged sixty- Getting married? With several bookings already taken, it seems that Lake Eden and the North Lakes Hotel will be the venue of choice, with
five years Protect yourself, book the perfect ceremony location, reception for up to two hundred guests and boutique accommodation.
an appointment with
Doctor Donna today on
(07) 3886 5400 @northlakeshotel.com.au 22 Lakefield Drive, North Lakes (07) 3180 2888

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