Book yourself in for an NHS flu jab in Leicester to avoid catching a cold this winter.
Influenza is a viral infection that mainly targets the respiratory system and manifests as a cold-like illness.
The flu vaccine effectively prevents infection with the most common strains of influenza, but getting sick with the virus is still possible.
However, vaccination reduces the severity and duration of flu symptoms.
Is the flu jab in Leicester free in 2022?
The flu vaccine is the safest way to protect yourself against the illness.
It’s also possible that flu vaccination will prevent you from passing the germs to those who are more vulnerable.
It may take between 10 to 14 days for the flu vaccine to start working.
People aged 50 years old or older (including those who will be 50 years old by the end of March 2023) are eligible to receive a free flu vaccine from the NHS beginning in the middle of October.
This is done in order to prioritise the administration of vaccinations to high-risk populations.
However, you don’t need to wait until the middle of October to book your NHS flu jab in Leicester if:
- You’re 50 years old or above
- You have a long-term medical condition that exposes you to the possibility of contracting the flu.
What is the price of a flu vaccine in Leicester?
If you don’t meet the free NHS flu vaccine eligibility criteria, you can still get the jab.
At The Local Pharmacy, we offer you a private vaccine against the flu in Leicester.
This applies to those who are under the age of 50 as well as those who are above this age range.
Unfortunately, not everyone is suitable for flu jabs because of specific health conditions.
You may find out in-depth information on influenza and eligibility criteria as per the national health immunisation programme here.
Can students book the NHS flu jab in Leicester?
Influenza (flu) is an acute respiratory viral infection that can spread quickly through communities.
Even those who only experience moderate symptoms or none are at risk of spreading the disease.
Students need to get the flu vaccination to stop the illness from circulating to their fellow students and family members.
The peak season for the disease in the UK lasts eight to ten weeks and occurs during the winter.
Autumn or the beginning of winter is the ideal time for vaccination against the influenza virus so you can build up immunity before it begins to disseminate widely. But you can receive your immunisation later too.
Can students get the flu vaccine and COVID-19 vaccine at the same time?
The flu is uncomfortable for everyone, but it can be hazardous and even life-threatening for certain people, especially those with specific health concerns.
If you’re not vaccinated for COVID-19 and influenza, receiving both vaccinations at the same time is not only allowed but also perfectly safe.
Additionally, you may also be qualified to receive booster doses of the Covid vaccination, depending on your current vaccination status.
Where to get the flu vaccine in Leicester?
The NHS flu vaccine is available through your GP or a registered pharmacy.
If you have had a flu shot privately and want this information added to your NHS record, you can let your primary care physician know about it.
In Leicester, The Local Pharmacy is here to help you stay safe this winter. Get in touch to book your appointment.
This blog post was written on behalf of The Local Pharmacy by Pharmacy Mentor.