FAQsWhat is influenza?What is the difference between influenza and the common cold?Who can get influenza, and how common is it?What are the complications of influenza?What types of influenza vaccines are available in Australia?What influenza vaccines are available in Australia?Who is recommended to receive an influenza vaccine?Who is eligible to receive a free influenza vaccine under the NIP?How effective are influenza vaccines in preventing influenza illness?What is an ‘enhanced’ influenza vaccine, and how is it different from other influenza vaccines?What are the options for individuals who are not eligible for a free influenza vaccine under the NIP and want to be protected?How many doses of influenza vaccine are people recommended to receive each influenza season?For those requiring a second dose, does the same brand of vaccine need to be administered?When is the optimal time to receive an influenza vaccine?Should pregnant women receive an influenza vaccine – and if so, when is the optimal to do so?Does the influenza vaccine create any concerns for breastfeeding mothers, and will it have any impact on milk supply?Why do healthy infants and young children need an influenza vaccine?Can the influenza vaccine cause influenza?What are the common side effects after receiving an influenza vaccine?Are there any rare side effects that can occur after receiving an influenza vaccine?Are there any people for whom influenza vaccines may be contraindicated or additional precautions should be taken?Can a person receive other vaccines at the same time as an influenza vaccine?Is paracetamol recommended before getting an influenza vaccine, and does it reduce the effectiveness of vaccination?Should a person receive an influenza vaccine if they have already had influenza?Why are influenza vaccines funded for certain groups but not others?How should people protect themselves from influenza if they are travelling overseas or returning to Australia?Can a person with an egg allergy receive an influenza vaccine?Can a person with a latex allergy receive an influenza vaccine?How is the safety of influenza vaccines monitored?Intranasal influenza vaccineWhat is an intranasal influenza (flu) vaccine?How does the intranasal flu vaccine work?Is the intranasal flu vaccine safe and effective?Who will be eligible for free intranasal flu vaccine in Australia?