the flu vaccine: the essentials  

Flu Jab ImageAutumn is a good time to have your flu vaccine, before flu rates increase.

So, who can get the free flu vaccine? You can get the jab if you:

  • are aged 65 or over (including those who will be 65 by 31 March 2025)
  • have certain long-term health conditions
  • are pregnant
  • live in a care home
  • are the main carer for an older or disabled person, or receive a carer’s allowance
  • live with someone who has a weakened immune system
  • if you are a frontline health or social care worker

A bit of myth busting about the flu vaccine:

  • you don’t need to wait for an invitation to get vaccinated
  • you don’t need to be registered with a GP or have an NHS number to get a vaccine
  • no immigration checks are carried out when you receive the vaccine

how to get the flu vaccine

For a list of pharmacists offering free flu vaccinations in Camden go to free flu vaccinations in camden 

You can also book a flu vaccine through your GP surgery or if you are pregnant, often through your maternity services.