Flu Vaccinations 2025
21 August 2025
The flu vaccine is recommended for people at higher risk of getting seriously ill from flu. It's offered on the NHS every year in autumn or early winter.
You can get the free NHS flu vaccine if you:
- are aged 65 or over
- have certain long-term health conditions
- are pregnant
- live in a care home
- are the main carer for an older or disabled person, or receive a carer's allowance
- live with someone who has a weakened immune system
This years flu campaign starts week commencing 15 September 2025 vaccinating care home and housebound patients as a priority.
For all other eligible patients your invites will be sent to you week commencing 2 October 2025, the only exception will be for children eligible for the Fluenz vaccination - this is not available to order until October 2025.
Invites will be staggered to meet demand, and you will be invited to book yours using a link in the message.
All relevant update information will be shared both on the practice website and our Facebook page.
nb We will not be participating in the Covid Booster campaign. You will be able to book an appointment, if you are eligible, using this link
