The NHS vaccination programmes started on 1 September, when flu vaccines became available for all 2 and 3 year olds, pregnant women, and school aged children, with the latter receiving their vaccinations in school this term.
Meanwhile, from 1 October, Covid-19 vaccinations will be available to people aged 75 and over, and flu vaccinations will be available to people aged 65 and over, people in clinical risk groups, carers, frontline health and social care staff, and those living in care homes.
Eligible patients - those aged 75 to 79 or pregnant women over 28 weeks - can also get a free Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccination at their local GP practice or at participating pharmacies, and pneumococcal vaccines are available for anyone aged 65 and over via GP practices.
Dr Sally Roberts, Chief Nurse for the Black Country ICB, said: “Flu and Covid-19 are still serious illnesses that can lead to hospitalisation, especially for older people, those with long term conditions, and pregnant women. We want to make it as easy as possible for people to get protected, whether that’s at their GP, a pharmacy, a school clinic, or a specially arranged community session.”
Councillor Obaida Ahmed, the City of Wolverhampton Council's Cabinet Member for Health, Wellbeing and Community, added: "Vaccines remain our best protection against flu, Covid-19, and other seasonal illnesses. By getting vaccinated, you’ll be protecting yourself and those around you through the winter months.”
Those eligible for flu and Covid-19 immunisations can book now via NHS | Vaccination and booking services. Appointments are also available via the NHS App or by calling 119.
Parents and carers can provide permission for the school age flu vaccinations at Flu Immunisation 2025/26.
