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Annual influenza (flu) vaccination at GreenLink Medical Clinic in Khatib, providing flu vaccines for adults and children to help protect against seasonal influenza in Yishun and North Singapore.

Influenza (Flu) Vaccination in Khatib & Yishun

Protect yourself and your family with annual influenza vaccination.

Influenza (flu) is a highly contagious viral infection that can cause fever, cough, sore throat, body aches and fatigue. While many people recover within a week, influenza can lead to serious complications such as pneumonia, particularly in older adults, young children, pregnant women and individuals with chronic medical conditions.

At GreenLink Medical Clinic, we provide influenza vaccination, rapid influenza testing and antiviral treatment (Tamiflu) for patients in Khatib, Yishun and across North Singapore.

Annual influenza vaccination remains the best way to reduce your risk of infection and serious complications.

Symptoms of Influenza

  • Fever & Chills
  • Cough
  • Sore throat
  • Runny nose
  • Muscle aches
  • Headache
  • Fatigue

Symptoms usually begin suddenly and are often more severe than the common cold.

Influenza vs Common Cold

Influenza

Sudden Onset and more severe
High Fever
Severe Body Aches
Extreme Fatigue
May lead to Pneumonia and other complications

Common Cold

Gradual Onset
High Fever – Uncommon
Mild Body Aches
Mild Fatigue
Usually Self limiting

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Who should receive the Flu Vaccine?

  • 🩺 Adults aged 65 years and above
  • 👶 Children 6 months to below 5 years
  • ❤️ People with chronic medical conditions:
    • Diabetes
    • Chronic lung disease (including asthma)
    • Chronic Heart Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Liver Disease
  • 🛡️ Individuals with weakened immune systems
  • ✈️ Travellers

💉 Why get vaccinated?

  • Reduces the risk of influenza infection
  • Lowers the risk of hospitalisation
  • Protects vulnerable family members
  • Helps reduce complications such as pneumonia

👶 Children

  • From 6 months of age
  • First vaccination below 9 years:
    • Two doses
    • Four weeks apart
  • Fully subsidised for Singaporean Children below 5 years old

📅 How often?

  • Generally once a year or
  • When there is an update to the vaccine
  • Best to do it before travel or the Influenza season

👍 Common side effects

  • Soreness at injection site
  • Mild redness
  • Muscle aches
  • Fever

Usually resolve within a few days.

Before your vaccination
✅ No fasting required
✅ Bring your vaccination records if available
✅ You may continue normal activities afterwards

Government subsidies

Singaporeans who meet eligibility criteria may receive subsidies for influenza vaccination under national programmes.
Our clinic can advise you regarding available subsidies and MediSave eligibility where applicable.

Annual Influenza Vaccination

The influenza virus changes from year to year. For this reason, the influenza vaccine is updated regularly to match the circulating strains.

Annual influenza vaccination is therefore recommended, even if you received a flu vaccine the previous year

💉 Stay Protected This Flu Season

Influenza can affect anyone, but annual vaccination remains the most effective way to reduce your risk of infection and serious complications.

At GreenLink Medical Clinic in Khatib, we provide influenza vaccination for adults and children aged 6 months and above. We welcome patients from Yishun and across North Singapore, and our doctor will be happy to advise whether the influenza vaccine is recommended for you or your family.

Developed flu symptoms? We also provide rapid influenza testing and antiviral treatment (Tamiflu).

Visit our Influenza (Flu) Testing & Treatment page to learn more.

🩺 Explore Our Vaccination Services

Visit our Vaccination Hub to learn more about the vaccines available at GreenLink Medical Clinic, including:

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