Vaccinations · 5 min read
Flu vaccinations: what to expect
12 June 2026
A flu vaccination is a short appointment with a pharmacist. It helps reduce the chance of flu disrupting work, family time, and travel. NHS flu vaccinations are available if you are eligible, and private flu vaccinations are available for other adults.
Who can have an NHS flu vaccination?
Adults aged 65 and over, pregnant women, carers, frontline health workers and anyone with a long-term condition are eligible at no cost.
- Over 65s
- Pregnant women
- Carers
- People with long-term conditions