Flu Vaccine
NHS & Private Flu Vaccine in Bourne End
Bourne End Pharmacy is your trusted healthcare provider, offering private shingles vaccine in Bourne End.
What are the symptoms of the flu?
Flu symptoms can include the following and appear suddenly:
- – a sudden high temperature
- – an aching body
- – feeling tired or exhausted
- – a dry cough
- – a sore throat
- – a headache
- – difficulty sleeping
- – loss of appetite
- – diarrhoea or tummy pain
- – feeling sick and being sick
Who can have the flu vaccine?
The flu vaccine is given free on the NHS to adults who:
- – are 65 and over (including those who will be 65 by 31 March 2024)
- – have certain health conditions
- – are pregnant
- – are in long-stay residential care
- – receive a carer’s allowance, or are the main carer for an older or disabled person who may be at risk if you get sick
- – live with someone who is more likely to get a severe infection due to a weakened immune system, such as someone living with HIV, someone who has had a transplant, or is having certain treatments for cancer, lupus or rheumatoid arthritis
If you do not qualify for a free NHS flu vaccine, we can still provide you with a private flu vaccination, and this applies to both under and over 50s.
Who shouldn’t have the vaccine?
Most people can have a flu vaccine. However, there are a couple of exceptions:
- – If you are currently unwell with a fever, you should delay getting the flu vaccine.
- – If you have an egg allergy, speak to your GP or pharmacist before getting the jab.
Book your Flu Vaccine in Bourne End today!
Invest in your health and book your flu vaccination today.
Please get in touch with our pharmacists to discuss eligibility.
