Flu Vaccinations 2018

Dated: 17-Aug-18

Flu Clinics

We are holding 4 flu clinics on a Saturday morning between 9am -12pm.

The dates are as follows:

• Saturday 29th September 2018
• Saturday 6th October 2018
• Saturday 13th October 2018
• Saturday 20th October 2018

NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED

Nasal Flu Clinics

We will also have nasal flu in stock. We are holding 3 clinics on a Saturday morning between 9am -12pm.

The dates are as follows: 

• Saturday 6th October 2018  
• Saturday 13th October 2018
• Saturday 20th October 2018
• 9am – 12pm

NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED

Please speak to a member of our reception team if you have any questions.

Seasonal flu Information

The virus infects your lungs and upper airways, causing a sudden high temperature and general aches and pains.

You could also lose your appetite, feel nauseous and have a dry cough. Symptoms can last for up to a week.

We offer ‘at risk’ groups the flu vaccine at a certain time each year to protect you against the flu virus.

You may be invited for a flu jab if you are:

• over 65 years of age
• pregnant
• or have:
  • a serious heart or chest complaint, including asthma
  • serious kidney disease
  • diabetes
  • lowered immunity due to disease or treatment such as steroid medication or cancer treatment
  • if you have ever had a stroke
• ALL healthy children who are aged 2, 3 and 4 years old – this is in the form of a nasal spray.

If you have any queries please contact the surgery.

External Websites

Flu and the Flu Vaccine – NHS Choices
Children’s Flu Vaccine – NHS Choices
Flu Vaccine FAQ’s – NHS Choices
Which Flu Vaccine should children have? – gov.uk (PDF)
The Flu Vaccination – gov.uk (PDF)