SEASONAL WINTER VACCINE PROGRAMME UPDATE 2024

Over the next few weeks, we will commence our Winter Vaccine Programme. Please wait to receive your invite from the Practice before contacting us.


New! RSV Vaccination

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common respiratory infection. While symptoms are usually mild, the elderly are at higher risk of serious complications.

The UK is leading the way as the first country to develop a vaccine against RSV. This vaccine will be offered to adults aged over 75 to 79. We have clinics running throughout September.


Flu Vaccines

Our Flu vaccine Programme will commence from 3rd October with two Saturday clinics planned for the 5th and 12th October, plus lots more appointments available weekdays throughout the month.

Patients eligible for a Flu Jab on the NHS are.

  • Pregnant women
  • Children aged 2 or 3 years on 31st August 2024
  • Children under 18 years in clinical risk groups (as defined by the Green Book)
  • Aged 65 years and over
  • Aged 18 years to under 65 years in clinical risk groups (as defined by the Green Book)
  • Care home residents (living in long-stay residential care homes)
  • Carers 
  • Close contact of immunocompromised individuals
  • Frontline social care staff

 

Covid Vaccinations

We are delighted once again to be working with our Colleagues at Oakfield Surgery who will be running Covid Vaccine Clinics later this Autumn.

The recent guidance confirms that the following patients are eligible for a Covid Vaccine:

  • Adults aged 65 years and over
  • Persons up to 64 years in clinical risk groups (as defined by the Green Book) 
  • Residents in care homes for older adults

 

Please note, eligibility for all vaccines is determined by the JCVI, not the Practice.

 

When you receive your invite via text or email, please use the ask-First App or you can contact our team after 2pm on our dedicated vaccine booking line.

 

 

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