Flu (Quadrivalent) Vaccination for Adults
What is influenza?
Influenza is a contagious viral disease that causes high fever, muscle aches, runny nose, sore throat and cough. It is transmitted through inhaled droplets in the air when in close contact with an infected person.
Complications from influenza include sinus and ear infections, as well as pneumonia, brain, heart or muscle inflammation. Persons with chronic medical conditions, elderly, young children and pregnant women are at higher risks of complications.
Who is the vaccine recommended for?
It is recommended for:
- Persons aged 65 years or older
- Adults who have chronic medical conditions such as heart disease, asthma, diabetes, liver disease and kidney disease
- Persons with a compromised immune system
- Adults who are receiving long term aspirin therapy
- Women at all stages of pregnancy
- Any person/traveller seeking protection against influenza
How many doses are required?
A single dose is required annually (as the formulation of the flu vaccine is reviewed each year.)
Patients will be screened prior to the vaccination. Price does not include any related serological tests if they are deemed necessary after screening.
Applicable at Raffles Medical (Singapore) clinics. Please call the clinic prior.
Not applicable at Raffles Medical clinics at Changi Airport Transits 1, 2, 3, and 4, Raffles24 Acute & Critical Care at Raffles Hospital, Raffles Health Screeners, and Raffles Specialist clinics.
Terms and conditions apply.
Upon purchase, we will send to your email a redemption letter that you can use to redeem your vaccination. Please call your preferred clinic prior to your visit and present the letter on the day of your vaccination. Price is in Singapore dollars and inclusive of GST.
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Benefits | General Well Being, Cold Flu Immunity |
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