WINTER VACCINATIONS

Flu and COVID-19 spread more easily in winter when we spend more time together indoors, and both viruses can cause serious illness. There are some things that you can do to help yourself and others stay well this winter, including getting your flu and COVID-19 vaccination. Seasonal vaccines are offered as viruses change and protection fades away.  

If you or someone you care for (whether professionally or in an unpaid/family carer role) has a severe mental illness (SMI), you may be eligible for a free flu and / or COVID-19 vaccination. Further information on eligibility can be found online. The vaccine is quick, safe, and effective, and is the best way of protecting vulnerable people and their carers.  

Lots of sites are offering the flu and COVID-19 vaccines to make it as easy and convenient as possible to get protected. You can: 

• Contact your GP surgery  
• Book via the NHS App   
• Book online (nhs.uk/bookflu, or nhs.uk/bookcovid)  
• Call 119