Flu Vaccinations in October; September for Pregnant Women This year’s NHS flu vaccination campaign will start a little later for most people. The NHS, the Department of Health and Social Care, and the UK Health Security Agency have decided that routine flu vaccinations for most people will begin in October 2024. Because vaccine effectiveness decreases … Continued
Flu Vaccine Update: Vaccines have arrived; invitations sent We are pleased to let patients know that our flu vaccine supply has arrived at the practice, and eligible patients have been invited to book their appointments. This year we will be holding flu clinics on three consecutive Saturdays in October at Holy Name Church Hall on … Continued
The Life-saving Flu vaccine: Who needs it and how to get it Every year, the NHS protects millions of people against flu – a highly contagious illness that, while mild for many, can be potentially life-threatening for others. In the third in our vaccine series, we’ll touch on the history of the flu vaccine, why … Continued
It’s not too late to get a flu jab We would like to remind patients that there is still time to get a flu jab this winter. While it may feel like the worst of winter has passed, flu is still circulating, and infections are at a two-year high. A vaccination doesn’t totally rule out … Continued
Final Flu Clinic this Saturday, 26th November This Saturday – 26th November – we will be holding our last flu clinic of the year. All eligible adults can attend and can book via the link in the text message you will have received. All adults aged 50 or over – or will be 50 by … Continued
Viruses spread more quickly in winter: Get Boosted Vaccinations are your best protection against covid-19 and flu, which spread more quickly in winter, and can both cause serious illness. Protection provided by covid-19 vaccines decreases over time, so if you are over 50, in an at-risk group or pregnant, boost your immunity this winter. Because … Continued
Flu vaccines have arrived; first clinic this Saturday We are pleased to let patients know that our flu vaccine supply has arrived at the practice. Our first flu clinic will be this Saturday – 8th October – with a second clinic two weeks later on 22nd October. Flu Clinic – Saturday 8th October When Saturday … Continued
Flu vaccine update: Booking your appointment We will be holding our first flu clinics on Saturday 8th and 22nd of October. As in previous years, the venue will be Holy Name Church Hall on Towers Avenue in Jesmond. Each clinic will be appointment only, and there are specific groups able to come to each one, … Continued
