Get vaccinated. Get winter strong.
These vaccines are important because our immunity reduces over time, whether we have this from a vaccine or from catching them. Viruses also adapt to survive and reproduce and the Pirola COVID-19 variant is an example of this.
Eligible people for COVID and Flu boosters include:
- aged 65 or over (including those who will be 65 by 31 March 2024)
- have certain health conditions or a learning disability
- are pregnant
- live with someone who has a weakened immune system
- are a carer
- are a frontline health or social care worker
- live in a care home
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Most children can get the children's flu vaccine. This includes children who were aged 2 or 3 years on 31 August 2023, school-aged children (Reception to Year 11) and children with certain health conditions.
Data from last years autumn’s programme showed that those who received a booster were around 53% less likely to be admitted to hospital with COVID-19 in the 2 to 4 weeks following vaccination, compared to those who did not receive a booster.
Book your COVID booster here (You may also be offered a flu vaccine at the same appointment if you are eligible.)
Book your Flu vaccination here
- Vaccinations can also be booked using the NHS app
- Your GP surgery may be able to supply your flu vaccination
- Book flu vaccinations for 2 and 3 years old through your GP surgery.
- School aged children will be visited by the local School Nursing Team in both primary and secondary schools.
- If you need help, or an interpreter to book your flu or COVID-19 vaccines, call NHS 119 for free.
Living Well Bus drop in:
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust’s Living Well Service will also be offering walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations, free health checks and wider wellbeing advice to anyone who drops-in. Halton's drop in is on:
Tuesday 26th October, 10.30am - 4pm at St Marie's, Lugsdale Road, Widnes, WA8 6DB.
