NHS flu vaccination programme rolls out from October 1

Summarised from 3 outlets · 4 reports · Updated 1 Oct, 16:02 · Archive

The NHS is beginning a general rollout of free flu vaccinations from October 1.

The NHS is beginning a general rollout of free flu vaccinations from October 1, with coverage extending beyond over-65s to include other eligible groups. Children and pregnant women have already been able to receive the jab. The programme comes ahead of peak winter virus season.

How it is being reported

• GP urges people to book a free flu jab – even if they’re healthy and under 65The Independent · 1 Oct, 15:13
• Major vaccine rollout for over 65s confirmed by NHS from October 1Daily Express · 1 Oct, 14:55
• How to get free NHS flu jab - even if you’re healthy and under 65The Mirror · 1 Oct, 12:16
• Three groups who should not have 2026 flu jab as NHS October 1 rollout beginsThe Mirror · 30 Sept, 07:52

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