Five thousand children every year in Scotland end up in hospital with flu or its complications.
A nasal spray is to be made available to children in a bid to prevent flu.
From this autumn, every child aged between 2 and 11 will be eligible.
Research shows that kids are two to three times more likely to fall ill with flu than adults.
Dr Nicola Steedman says it's one of the most important preventative measures that can be undertaken.
Man, 44, seriously injured in hospital after crash between Comrie and Rosyth
A 44-year-old man's seriously injured in hospital after a crash between Crombie and Rosyth yesterday (Wednesday).
John Swinney announces SNP leadership bid
John Swinney's launched his bid to become the new leader of the SNP and First Minister of Scotland.
Closures on A92 from TONIGHT for roadworks
There's going to be closures on the A92 from tonight (Sunday).
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