Winter Vaccinations

 

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Flu vaccination

  • if you get flu and COVID-19 at the same time, research shows you're more likely to be seriously ill
  • getting vaccinated against flu and COVID-19 will provide protection for you and those around you for both these serious illnesses
  • if you've had COVID-19, it's safe to have the flu vaccine. It will still be effective at helping to prevent flu.

ABOUT THE FLU VACCINATION AND WHO CAN GET IT

COVID-19 booster vaccine

  • Some people may be eligible for both the flu and the COVID-19 booster vaccines.
  • If you are offered both vaccines, it's safe to have them at the same time.
  • Please wait for your letter or a message to book your winter COVID-19 booster vaccine as it will not be done at Thorpe Road Surgery this year.

ABOUT THE COVID-19 BOOSTER AND WHO CAN GET IT

 

Winter Vaccines Explained

Dr Amir Khan, Dr Dawn Harper and Dr Karan Ranj explain why it is more important than ever for people to get their winter vaccines (flu and COVID-19 booster) as soon as possible this autumn as both viruses have the potential to cause serious illness and hospitalisation.

 

Published: Oct 19, 2021