NHS Flu Vaccination
From 1st October, we offer both FLU vaccination and COVID-19 booster vaccinations, in-store, for anyone over the age of 18. NHS free vaccinations are subject to eligibility as per the NHS directive & JCVI guidance, however if you do not fall into any of the eligible categories, you can still get a private vaccination to ensure your fully covered.
If you're 65 and over, have a medical condition or are pregnant, catching FLU can be more serious. Similarly, if your 75 and over, or have a weakened immune system, you will qualify for a free Covid-19 booster vaccination.
Check your Eligibility for your free Flu or Covid vaccination on the NHS. If your not eligible for a free vaccination, you can book in or walk in for a private vaccination to protect yourself over this winter months.
Broadway Pharmacy - Helping the local community in Staines-upon-Thames, Egham, Laleham, Thorpe, Wraysbury, Englefield Green and beyond.
Flu is predicted to be severe this year. It's important to get your flu vaccination and help you and your community stay healthy
The flu vaccine is given free on the NHS to people who:
- Are 65 and over (including those who'll be 65 by 31 March).
- Have certain health conditions.
- Are pregnant.
- Are in long-stay residential care.
- Receive a carer's allowance, or are the main carer for an older or disabled person who may be at risk if you get sick.
- Live with someone who is more likely to get infections (such as someone who has HIV, has had a transplant or is having certain treatments for cancer, lupus or rheumatoid arthritis).
- Are frontline health or social care workers.
Seasonal NHS Flu Vaccination Dates
For NHS England, the main seasonal flu vaccination dates for the 2026–27 programme are currently in place:
- Pregnant women and children: from 1 September 2026
- Most eligible adults (65+, at-risk groups, carers, etc.): from 1 October 2026