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Flu vaccines for the 2026 season are now widely available across Gauteng, with pharmacies, clinics and public health facilities offering access as the flu season starts earlier than usual. The National Institute for Communicable Diseases has confirmed that influenza activity began in early March, affecting residents across the province. Health authorities say early vaccination is critical, as immunity takes up to two weeks to develop, placing urgency on individuals, families and workplaces to act before infection rates peak.