We are pleased to announce that this year’s flu clinics will be held on the following dates at Hartfield Surgery:
- Saturday 5th October
- Saturday 12th October
Additionally, we will also be offering an evening clinic on:
- Wednesday 16th October
Online booking invitations have been sent to eligible patients, which include a link to book appointments directly. We encourage patients to use this link to help relieve pressure on our telephone lines. For patients without mobile phones, we will reach out directly to arrange appointments. We will also be contacting our housebound patients to arrange vaccinations at home.
For more information about the flu vaccine and eligibility, please visit: NHS – Flu Vaccine
Patient care leaflets:
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COVID-19
Eligible patients will be able to book a winter COVID-19 vaccine from 3rd October 2024. Appointments must be booked online, through the NHS App, or by phoning 119. For more information about the COVID-19 vaccine and eligibility, please visit: NHS – COVID-19 vaccine
RSV Vaccine
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus during the winter period, typically from November to February. While symptoms are mild for many and usually improve on their own, some babies and adults are at higher risk of becoming seriously ill, particularly:
- adults over 75 years
- babies under 6 months old, or children who were born prematurely
- babies, children and older adults with a weakened immune system, or long-term lung or heart conditions
A vaccine to help protect against RSV will be available on the NHS from September 2024. You’ll be able to get the vaccine if you are:
- aged 75 to 79 or turning 75 on or after 1 September 2024
- 28 weeks pregnant or more – this will help protect your baby for the first few months after they’re born
Those eligible for the vaccine will receive an invitation from us in due course. In the meantime, please ensure we have your up-to-date contact information. You can easily update your details through the NHS App or by giving us a call.
For more information: NHS – Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
