Flu Vaccination Service

Community pharmacy has been providing flu vaccinations under a nationally commissioned service since September 2015.

Each year from September through to March the NHS runs a seasonal flu vaccination campaign aiming to vaccinate all patients who are at risk of developing more serious complications from the virus. The accessibility of pharmacies, their extended opening hours and the option to walk in without an appointment have proved popular with patients seeking vaccinations.

For further information visit the Community Pharmacy England website, Flu Vaccination Service.

Update: Autumn (C-19 & flu) vaccination programme brought forward

Following guidance from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), the Government has asked NHS England to bring forward the start of the COVID-19 autumn/winter booster programme to commence on 11 September 2023. Wherever possible, patients should be offered flu and COVID-19 vaccination at the same time. Flu vaccinations can and should therefore, be offered to eligible patients in September.

Update: Autumn (C-19 & flu) vaccination programme brought forward (30th August 2023)

For further information visit the Community Pharmacy England website, Flu Vaccination Service.