Our winter vaccination programme
St Austell Healthcare is preparing for the winter vaccination programme, which this year includes a new vaccination for some patients to protect them from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV.)
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Three vaccinations will be offered by the practice this year, to protect patients against RSV, seasonal flu and Covid and the practice is asking patients to familiarise themselves with who is eligible for which vaccination and how this yearβs vaccination programme will work.
π‘οΈ Flu & COVID-19 Vaccinations: Autumn/Winter 2025β26
We are supporting the NHS Autumn/Winter 2025/26 vaccination programme to help protect patients and reduce pressure on the NHS during the colder months.
β Who is eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine?
You are eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine this autumn/winter if you are:
- A resident in a care home for older adults
- Aged 75 or older (on or before 31 March 2026)
- Aged 6 months or older and immunosuppressed (as defined in the Green Book β see Tables 3 & 4)
β Who is eligible for a flu vaccine?
The following groups are eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine:
- Pregnant women
- Children (including school-aged children)
- Adults aged 65 and over
- People with certain long-term health conditions
- Carers and frontline health/social care workers
You can view full eligibility details on the NHS Flu Vaccine page.
π Key Dates
- Flu Vaccinations:
- From 1 September 2025: Pregnant women and children
- From 1 October 2025: All other eligible adults
- Flu vaccines available until 31 March 2026 (best to get vaccinated by end of November)
- COVID-19 Vaccinations:
- From 1 October 2025 to 31 January 2026
- Aim to get vaccinated by 19 December 2025 for maximum winter protection
- Booking Opens:
- You can book appointments from 1 September 2025
- Use the NHS National Booking Service or contact the practice directly 01726 626801
π¬ Other Important Information
- You may be offered both the flu and COVID-19 vaccine at the same appointment.
- Care home and housebound patients will be contacted to arrange home visits.
- We are working to ensure vaccine access for all our communities, including outreach services where needed.
π Find Out More
- Flu Vaccine Information (NHS)
- COVID-19 Vaccine Info (NHS)
- Immunisation Green Book
If you think you're eligible or have questions, please speak to a member of our team or call the surgery 01726 626801.
Thank you for helping us keep our community safe this winter.