Immunisations

Does Age Affect The Risk Of Flu?

Yes. If you are aged 65 years or over or you are at higher risk

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IMMUNISATION

Do I Need To Be Protected Against Pneumococcal Infection?

Everybody aged 65 and over should now be immunised to help protect them against pneumococcal infection which can cause diseases such as pneumonia, septicaemia (blood poisoning) and meningitis. This is a ONE OFF vaccine for the vast majority of patients, with the single jab providing long lasting immunity. 

Eligible patients will be invited as they become eligible i.e. turning 65, or being diagnosed with an eligible condition.

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Shingles Vaccines

These are done all year round at the surgery. Eligible patients will be invited.

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Page last reviewed: 08 December 2025
Page created: 23 March 2021