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Flu and Covid Vaccination Autumn
The flu and covid vaccinations provide the best protection against an unpredictable virus which infects many people and can cause serious illness and death each year.
NHS England guidance has stated that the Flu vaccinations given from 1st October will be the most effective for elderly and chronic disease groups.
- We will be holding clinics at the surgery commencing 1st October 2025.
- If you are eligible, you will be offered the covid vaccine at the same time as the flu vaccination.
- A link to book an appointment will be sent to your mobile phone (if you have consented to SMS) Alternatively, please phone 01268 663 140 to book an appointment for your flu/covid vaccination.
Flu Autumn/Winter 25/26 – Who’s eligible?
From 1 September 2025:
- Pregnant women (GP Surgery)
- All children aged 2 or 3 years old as of 31 August 2025 (GP Surgery)
- All primary school children (Reception to Year 6 will be given at school)
- Secondary school children (Year 7 to Year 11 will be given at school)
- Children (6 months to under 18) who fall into clinical risk groups (GP Surgery)
From October 2025:
- Adults aged 65 and over
- Adults (18–64) in clinical risk groups (e.g., those with chronic conditions)
- Residents in long-stay care homes
- Unpaid carers (those receiving carer’s allowance or who are the primary carer for an older/disabled person)
- Close contacts of immunocompromised individuals
Campaign Timeline:
- Vaccination bookings open: September 2025
- Pregnant women & children: vaccination begins from September 2025
- Other eligible adults: vaccination begins from 1 October 2025
- Public booking will remain available until 31 March 2026, though most vaccinations are expected to be completed by the end of November 2025 for optimal protection into winter
Covid Autumn/Winter 25/26 – Who’s eligible?
Vaccination is being offered to those at highest risk of serious illness, following advice from the JCVI (Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation) accepted by the government:
- Adults aged 75 years and over
- Residents in care homes for older adults
- Individuals aged 6 months and over who are immunosuppressed
Programme Dates & Booking:
- The COVID-19 vaccine programme runs from 1 October 2025 to 31 January 2026.
- Most vaccinations are expected to be completed by 19 December 2025 for optimal winter protection.
- The National Booking Service (NBS) will open to the public from 1 September 2025 for booking from the 1st October.
- The last available appointment date on NBS will be 31 January 2026 for COVID-19; NBS will remain open for flu only appointments until 31 March 2026.
Published: Sep 15, 2025
Providing NHS Services
Kingswood Medical Centre
Clay Hill Road
Basildon
Essex
SS16 5AD
Telephone: 01268 663140