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with Rachel Mulley Remind me why Flu and COVID-19 vaccinations are recommended again? Have you ever wondered why our childhood chickenpox vaccination is still going strong, yet we are encouraged to vaccinate against flu and COVID-19 year after year? There are many reasons some vaccines don't last forever. Here are three to bear in mind: Antibodies don’t last forever — After vaccination, the body produces antibodies and other defence mechanisms. The longer they last, the longer your immune response. Measles and mumps antibodies take more than 200 years to diminish by half." On the other hand, those for COVID-19 seem to last just several months.” Memory cells take time - B and T cells “remember” past infection and work to protect against future. They can take time to develop and/or only work when we have recently been vaccinated or infected.* Repeat vaccination can help our memory cells stay active. The speed of mutation counts — Viruses like the flu and COVID-19 may have several mutations in play. Influenza constantly changes, meaning there is always the chance of a serious flu season.* By comparison, a virus like polio mutates slowly making containment and potential eradication more feasible.' Because of this, repeat vaccination for flu and COVID-19 is best to reduce the risk of serious illness.’ Immunity is not a one-size-fits-all solution and not all vaccines pievide lifetime protection. ‘or the best defence against some diseases, repeat vaccinations are recommended. Rachel Mulley Pharmacist ‘ TerryWhite Chemmart Raymond Terrace NSW Source: + hitps/Awmwlivescience.com/why- lifelong immunityitml 2 https! Awons.cancer.gov/news-events/cancer-currents-blog/A2 Vicevid-19-antibodies- neéseronet 3 https//healthmatch io/blog/why-do-we-dlevelop lifelong immunity-to-some- diseases butnotothers * https/Auwx.vaccinate initiatives qld. govau/vaccination blogy/the-flu-vaccine-and why. its 80-important ‘Thttps/mmhealthdirect govau/covid-19/about elicious Pop these wholefood, low Gl, high vitamin and mineral staples in your trolley for snacks and meal bases. Apples, pears and bananas (Vitamins C, E, K and B6, iron, zinc, polyphenols, potassium, antioxidants) Chickpeas, kidney beans and lentils (vitamin B1, B9, copper, iron, manganese, copper and zinc) Rolled or steel cut oats (vitamin B9, choline, selenium, magnesium and phosphorus) Authentic sourdough (vitamins B1, Bé, B12, E, copper, iron, calcium) Our body never stops, These are some key vitamins so it needs a wide range and minerals to look for: of vitamins and minerals to function properly. Vitamins Vitamin A, B group vitamins (including folate), and Vitamin C, D, E and K The best way to do this is by eating a wide variety of food from all food groups — not just a handful of favourites. Supplements can help if dietary intake is not sufficient — talk to your Pharmacist to see if they're suitable for you. Minerals Calcium, iodine, iron, zinc, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium, selenium Need an Abvence _—— — . rtificate? work certificate Your TerryWhite Chemmart Pharmacist can provide a leave certificate to justify an absence for personal or carer's leave. Ring ahead or simply walk in! ZO ets Scan for more hntips/nwn.gisyrbol conv/10-cheap-and https//mmwheatthline.corn/nutrtior/10-he Mine convnutrtion/bene Hine.com/nutition/healthie vuhealthline.com/nuitition foods/o: hntos/Amsheathline.com/nutition/sourdoug minerals utrtion hitips//
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