Free flu vaccinations rolled out to over 50s from December
Published on: 20th November 2020
Adults over the age of 50 will be able to get their free flu vaccine from 1 December in the next phase of this year’s expanded flu vaccination programme, the government has confirmed.
Individuals aged 50 to 64 will be able to get a vaccine from their GP or pharmacy.
Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Matt Hancock said:
“This winter is like no other, and we have to worry about the twin threats of flu and COVID-19.
COVID means getting a flu jab is more important than ever this year. So we are delivering the largest ever flu vaccination programme. Free vaccinations for 50 to 64 years olds will now be available from GPs and pharmacies starting from 1 December.”
The extended offer comes as part of the most comprehensive flu vaccination programme in the UK’s history this winter, alongside plans to support the NHS as it continues to respond to coronavirus, and to relieve winter pressures on A&E and emergency care.
If you’re aged 50-64, your GP will contact you about getting your free flu vaccine from December. Please wait until you are invited by your practice to come forward for your flu vaccine, unless you are in a vulnerable group.
For more information, visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/free-flu-vaccinations-rolled-out-to-over-50s-from-december
