# The National Institute For Communicable Diseases is urging South Africans to get their flu shots as the 2025 influenza season has began. High-risk groups, including pregnant women, those with chronic illnesses, the elderly, and young children, are strongly encouraged to vaccinate. Epidemiologist Cheryl Cohen says that early action is key to preventing severe illness and protecting vulnerable communities. She emphasised that vaccines are available at public clinics, general practitioners, and pharmacies.
NICD urges early flu vaccination as season starts