NHS Seasonal Flu Vaccine at Royston Midland Road

NHS Seasonal Flu Vaccine

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More About NHS Seasonal Flu Vaccine

The flu vaccine is a safe and effective way to protect against flu, which can be a serious or even life-threatening illness. Each year in autumn or early winter, the NHS offers the vaccine to people who are at a higher risk of getting seriously ill from flu.

The NHS Flu Vaccination Service at Our Pharmacies

Our trained pharmacists offer the NHS flu vaccine to adults aged 18 and over who are eligible for a free jab. It's a convenient, professional, and easy way to get protected this winter.

Who is eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine?

You can get the free NHS flu vaccine if you:

  • are aged 65 or over
  • have certain long-term health conditions
  • are pregnant
  • live in a care home
  • are the main carer for an older or disabled person, or receive a carer's allowance
  • live with someone who has a weakened immune system
  • Frontline health and social care workers can also get a flu vaccine through their employer.
  • Long-term health conditions that make you eligible

The flu vaccine is recommended for those aged from 18 years to less than 65 years with long-term health conditions, including:

  • Breathing conditions: Such as asthma (if you need a steroid inhaler or tablets), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or cystic fibrosis.
  • Heart conditions: Such as coronary heart disease or heart failure.
  • Chronic kidney disease
  • Liver disease: Such as cirrhosis or hepatitis.
  • Neurological conditions: Such as Parkinson's disease, motor neurone disease, multiple sclerosis, or cerebral palsy.
  • Diabetes or Addison's disease
  • A weakened immune system: Due to a condition like HIV or AIDS, or a treatment like chemotherapy or steroid medicine.
  • Problems with your spleen: Such as sickle cell disease, or if you've had your spleen removed.
  • A learning disability
  • Being very overweight: With a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or above.
  • If you have a health condition and are unsure if you're eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine, we recommend speaking to your GP surgery or specialist for advice.

How to get your flu vaccine

If you are aged 18 or over and eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine, you can book an appointment with our pharmacy during autumn or early winter. Simply book online or visit us in-store to get protected.

 

Address

65c Midland Road
Royston
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S71 4QW

Call now: 01226 725631 Email the branch

Opening Times

We are currently open, we close at 6:00pm

Mon - Fri : 9am - 12:30pm & 1:30pm - 6pm
Sat : 9am - 1pm
Sun : Closed

FAQs

Can i get a Free NHS vaccination?

Yes! if you meet these criteria...

You can get the free NHS flu vaccine if you:

  • are aged 65 or over
  • have certain long-term health conditions
  • are pregnant
  • live in a care home
  • are the main carer for an older or disabled person, or receive a carer's allowance
  • live with someone who has a weakened immune system
  • Frontline health and social care workers can also get a flu vaccine through their employer.
  • Long-term health conditions that make you eligible

The flu vaccine is recommended for those aged from 18 years to less than 65 years with long-term health conditions, including:

  • Breathing conditions: Such as asthma (if you need a steroid inhaler or tablets), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or cystic fibrosis.
  • Heart conditions: Such as coronary heart disease or heart failure.
  • Chronic kidney disease
  • Liver disease: Such as cirrhosis or hepatitis.
  • Neurological conditions: Such as Parkinson's disease, motor neurone disease, multiple sclerosis, or cerebral palsy.
  • Diabetes or Addison's disease
  • A weakened immune system: Due to a condition like HIV or AIDS, or a treatment like chemotherapy or steroid medicine.
  • Problems with your spleen: Such as sickle cell disease, or if you've had your spleen removed.
  • A learning disability
  • Being very overweight: With a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or above.

If you have a health condition and are unsure if you're eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine, we recommend speaking to your Pharmacist  for advice.

Do i need a vaccination every year?

Yes, it is highly recommended to get a flu vaccination each year.

The flu virus is constantly evolving and changing. The strains that are most common one year are often different from the strains that will be circulating the next. Because of this, a new flu vaccine is created annually to provide protection against the specific viruses that are expected to be present during that year's flu season.

Getting a new flu jab each year ensures you are protected against the latest strains of the virus.

Can I get the flu from the flu jab?

No, you cannot get the flu from the flu jab. The adult flu vaccine does not contain a live virus, so it is impossible to catch the flu from it. It works by stimulating your immune system to produce antibodies that protect you from the virus.

What are the side effects of the flu vaccine?

Most people do not experience any side effects from the flu jab. However, some common and mild side effects may include a sore arm where the injection was given, a slight temperature, or muscle aches. These symptoms are temporary and usually resolve within a day or two.

Is the flu vaccine safe for pregnant women?

Yes, the flu vaccine is safe and highly recommended for pregnant women. Getting the flu jab protects both you and your unborn baby from the flu, as pregnant women are at a higher risk of developing serious complications from the virus. You can have the vaccine at any stage of your pregnancy

When is the best time to get a flu vaccine?

The best time to get your flu vaccine is in autumn or early winter, before the flu virus begins to circulate widely. The NHS will let you know when the vaccines become available for your eligible group. Getting vaccinated early in the season gives you the best chance of being protected throughout the winter.

What if I'm not eligible for the free NHS flu vaccine?

If you do not meet the criteria for a free NHS flu vaccine, you can still get protected. We offer a private flu vaccination service for a fee. Please speak to one of our pharmacists in-store or check our website for details on how to book and the cost of the private service.

Where can I get a flu jab?

The jab is available in the majority or weldricks pharmacies as both an NHS and Private service. We have branches in Doncaster, Barnsley, Rotherham, Scunthorpe and Sheffield.

Doncaster
Barnsley
Rotherham
Scunthorpe
Sheffield