Flu Vaccinations

Flu (also known as influenza) is a highly infectious illness caused by the flu virus. It spreads rapidly through small droplets coughed or sneezed into the air by an infected person. For most people, the flu is unpleasant but not serious. You will usually recover within a week.

Studies have shown that flu vaccines provide effective protection against the flu, although protection may not be complete and may vary between people. Protection from the vaccine gradually decreases and flu strains change over time. Therefore, new vaccines are made each year and people at risk of flu are encouraged to be vaccinated every year.

The flu vaccination is offered to people in at-risk groups. These people are at greater risk of developing serious complications if they catch flu, such as pregnant women and elderly people.

All over 50s are eligible for the flu vaccination so to book an appointment you just need to contact us.

The vaccine is available free of charge from the NHS if you are over 50 or deemed to be in an at ‘at risk group’.

You are at risk if you:

• Over 50
• Are pregnant
• Have a long-term health condition i.e., diabetes, COPD, chronic heart disease
• Have a learning disability
• Are the main carer for someone who is at risk of Covid-19, or whose welfare may be at risk if you fall ill

Although no medical procedure is totally free of risk, flu vaccines are generally very safe. The most common reaction to the jab is a sore arm, or you may feel hot for a day or two after the vaccination.

For more information on the flu vaccine please go to https://phw.nhs.wales/services-and-teams/beat-flu/

To request an appointment please complete an online form through our website, or SurgeryApp.