Get Your Seasonal Flu Vaccine in Marton
Getting the flu vaccination is a good idea. Maybe you are worried about catching the flu or you are concerned about having time off work. Or maybe you just want to make sure you do not pass it on to the more vulnerable members of your family. Whatever the reason, having the flu vaccine in Marton against this year’s strain of seasonal flu can give you protection and peace of mind.
We give NHS flu jabs to people aged 18 years and older who are eligible to receive the jab for free.
The NHS flu jab is eligible for:
- those who are 50 and over (including those who’ll be 50 by 31 March 2022)
- have certain health conditions
- are pregnant
- are in long-stay residential care
- receive a carer’s allowance, or are the main carer for an older or disabled person who may be at risk if you get sick
- live with someone who is more likely to get infections (such as someone who has HIV, has had a transplant or is having certain treatments for cancer, lupus or rheumatoid arthritis)
- frontline health or social care workers
From November, the free service will be expanded to include anyone aged 50 or over. If you do not qualify for a free NHS flu jab we can still provide you with a private flu vaccination and this applies to both those under and over 65.
Who shouldn’t have the flu jab?
Most people can have a flu vaccine. However, there are a couple of exceptions:
- If you are currently unwell with a fever, you should delay getting the flu jab.
- If you have an egg allergy, speak to your GP or pharmacist before getting the jab.
Please speak to our pharmacy team about eligibility, how to get your NHS flu jab and to book this service.
