Vaccinations and Immunisations

Our nurses and HCA’s provide vaccinations and immunisations throughout the year.

These include:

  • Influenza (Flu) vaccinations – usually these begin around September and are available to the groups that the NHS authorises us to vaccinate:
    • those aged over 65
    • pregnant women
    • those who’s circumstances make them more vulnerable
  • Pneumococcal vaccination – this is a one off (for the majority of patients) vaccination for patients aged over 65
  • Shingles Vaccination –  this is a one off vaccination for patients aged between 70 and 79
    • it is not available to anyone aged 80 or over on the NHS because it seems to be less effective in this age group