Influenza isn't such a big deal |
92.8% |
93.8% |
1.0% |
The flu vaccine gives you flu |
78.4% |
93.8% |
15.4% |
Which of these treatments does not treat influenza? (antibiotics, antiviral medications, influenza vaccination, keeping hydrated & staying warm) |
70.5% |
86.0% |
15.5% |
Healthy people don't get seasonal flu |
95.0% |
93.0% |
-2.0% |
Flu is a mild illness so I don't need a vaccine |
93.5% |
93.8% |
0.3% |
The side-effects of the flu vaccine are bad |
82.0% |
80.6% |
-1.4% |
How often should you get the flu jab? |
92.1% |
96.1% |
4.0% |
The flu jab is safe |
95.7% |
93.8% |
-1.9% |
The influenza vaccine has been properly tested |
88.5% |
90.7% |
2.2% |
How effective can the flu vaccine be? |
82.7% |
89.9% |
7.2% |
Can pregnant women receive the vaccine? |
38.8% |
86.0% |
47.2% |
You must avoid other people after receiving the vaccine because you'll be infectious |
93.5% |
89.9% |
-3.6% |
Should I go to work if I come into contact with someone who has flu? |
17.3% |
65.1% |
47.8% |
Everyone should get the flu vaccine? |
36.7% |
38.0% |
1.3% |
Where can you get the flu vaccine? |
69.1% |
85.3% |
16.2% |
Once you've had the flu vaccine you are protected for life |
95.7% |
93.8% |
-1.9% |
This year's flu vaccine protects me against swine flu |
25.2% |
82.9% |
57.7% |
Children can have the flu vaccine |
87.1% |
91.5% |
4.4% |
When is the best time to get the flu vaccine? |
64.7% |
89.9% |
25.2% |
It's nearly Christmas and I haven't had the flu vaccine. Is it now too late? |
85.6% |
91.5% |
5.9% |
Vitamin C can prevent influenza |
62.6% |
85.3% |
22.7% |
Breastfeeding mothers shouldn't have the influenza vaccine |
67.6% |
77.5% |
9.9% |
I had the flu vaccine last year and do not need it again this year. |
91.4% |
94.6% |
3.2% |
I am on antibiotics. Can I still have the flu jab? |
50.4% |
66.7% |
16.3% |
How quickly are you protected after the flu vaccine? |
16.5% |
86.8% |
70.3% |
I have a cold. Can I get the flu vaccine? |
48.2% |
89.1% |
40.9% |
The flu vaccine makes it easier to catch other things like pneumonia. |
79.1% |
79.8% |
0.7% |
Even healthy people can die from flu |
92.1% |
93.0% |
0.9% |
Most people infected with influenza have no symptoms |
38.1% |
86.0% |
47.9% |
I'm healthy and never catch flu, should I still get vaccinated? |
51.1% |
69.8% |
18.7% |
Eating well and washing my hands will protect me from the flu |
44.6% |
77.5% |
32.9% |
You can get the flu by going out in the cold without a coat |
64.0% |
87.6% |
23.6% |
You must see your GP if you have flu |
54.7% |
79.8% |
25.1% |
Fever, aches, exhaustion and a cough are all flu symptoms |
95.0% |
92.2% |
-2.8% |
Is my partner eligible for a free flu jab too? |
49.6% |
73.6% |
24.0% |
People with underlying health conditions should get the flu vaccine? |
88.5% |
89.1% |
0.6% |
The flu vaccine will protect me from the Australian Flu |
21.6% |
85.3% |
63.7% |
My employer can force me to get the influenza vaccine |
82.0% |
92.2% |
10.2% |
All nursing students should get the influenza vaccine |
84.2% |
91.5% |
7.3% |
You can catch the flu from someone sneezing near you |
77.0% |
83.7% |
6.7% |
Average Overall Score |
68.6% |
85.2% |
16.6% |