COVID-19 vaccine information
How to get the flu vaccine
How to get the flu vaccine
If you're eligible for an NHS flu vaccine, you can get your vaccine from:
- your GP surgery
- a pharmacy that offers NHS flu vaccination (if you're aged 18 or over)
- some maternity services (if you're pregnant)
You do not have to wait for an invitation before booking an appointment.
How to get the MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccine
MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccine
The MMR vaccine is a safe and effective combined vaccine.
It protects against 3 serious illnesses:
These highly infectious conditions can easily spread between unvaccinated people.
Getting vaccinated is important, as these conditions can also lead to serious problems including meningitis, hearing loss and problems during pregnancy.
2 doses of the MMR vaccine provide the best protection against measles, mumps and rubella.
The MMR vaccine is given to babies and young children as part of the NHS vaccination schedule.
Missed vaccines
It's important to catch up on any missed vaccines.
You can still ask your GP surgery for the MMR vaccine if your child has missed either of these 2 doses.
Find out more about the MMR vaccine and how to get it.