It’s Vaccine Season: protect yourself and others Vaccines help protect us from serious illness. They also help protect people who are more at risk. If you are offered a vaccine, please take up the offer. This autumn, you may be offered a vaccine because of your age, your health, pregnancy or where you live. Some … Continued
Are You Still Eligible for the Autumn COVID-19 Booster? The NHS is offering the COVID-19 booster from now until 31 January 2026. This year, fewer people are eligible, so please check before you book. Who Can Get the Booster You can get a free NHS booster if you are: Aged 75 or over (or will be 75 by 31st … Continued
Stay protected this autumn! Flu, COVID‑19, and RSV can all cause serious illness, especially for pregnant women, young children, and older adults. Find out if you’re eligible, when vaccines are available, and how to book your appointment to stay healthy this Autumn.
Get One Step Ahead This Autumn: Flu, COVID‑19 and RSV Vaccines You may have received flu and COVID‑19 boosters several times in recent years, and it’s natural to wonder: “Do I really need another one?” The answer is yes – and there’s another important vaccine to know about this Autumn. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) can … Continued
Flu Vaccinations in October; September for Pregnant Women This year’s NHS flu vaccination campaign will start a little later for most people. The NHS, the Department of Health and Social Care, and the UK Health Security Agency have decided that routine flu vaccinations for most people will begin in October 2024. Because vaccine effectiveness decreases … Continued
The Life-saving Flu vaccine: Who needs it and how to get it Every year, the NHS protects millions of people against flu – a highly contagious illness that, while mild for many, can be potentially life-threatening for others. In the third in our vaccine series, we’ll touch on the history of the flu vaccine, why … Continued
It’s not too late to get a flu jab We would like to remind patients that there is still time to get a flu jab this winter. While it may feel like the worst of winter has passed, flu is still circulating, and infections are at a two-year high. A vaccination doesn’t totally rule out … Continued
Viruses spread more quickly in winter: Get Boosted Vaccinations are your best protection against covid-19 and flu, which spread more quickly in winter, and can both cause serious illness. Protection provided by covid-19 vaccines decreases over time, so if you are over 50, in an at-risk group or pregnant, boost your immunity this winter. Because … Continued
