FLU & COVID VACCINATIONS 2024

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It is almost time for this years flu vaccination programme and Covid Booster vaccination programme. It is important to have your jabs for your own protection and for the protection of the wider community.

IMPORTANT:

NHS England have mandated that the vaccinations will start from 3 October 2024, which is one month later than previous years.

Under this years vaccination programme all patients that qualify for a flu jab also qualify for a Covid booster, and the practice can give you both at the same appointment.

If you qualify for a flu jab this year the practice has a vaccination reserved for you and you should book your appointment as soon as you receive your invitation. Invitations will be sent soon

Patients with a registered mobile number will be invited by text message, and the message will provide a link to enable you to book your own appointment at a time convenient to you, if the booking link appointments are not convenient please call the surgery.

Letters & Telephone invitations will be sent to those with no mobile number.

Child Nasal Spray (2-3 year olds)

Child flu vaccinations will also be available. Parents of eligible children will be invited to telephone the surgery and book an appointment by both text message and letter. The majority of children will have the Nasal spray version of the vaccine, so no needles for our youngest patients!

There are other vaccination programmes running that you may qualify for. There will not be time to give these vaccinations during your flu appointment , but if you are eligible you may be asked to book another appointment via the reception team.

  • Shingles Vaccine. The shingles vaccine helps protect against shingles. It’s recommended for all adults turning 65, those aged 70 to 79 and those aged 50 and over with a severely weakened immune system. Read more here.
  • Pneumococcal Vaccine. The pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against serious illnesses like pneumonia and meningitis. It’s recommended for people at higher risk of these illnesses, such as babies and adults aged 65 and over. Read more here.
  • RSV Vaccine. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common cause of coughs and colds. A vaccine to help protect against RSV will be available on the NHS from 1 September 2024.You’ll be able to get the vaccine if you’re aged 75 to 79 or you’re 28 weeks pregnant or more. Read more here