The NHS in Dorset is urging eligible people to come forward for their flu vaccination as cases continue to rise across the region. The call follows new South West figures showing that the NHS is now facing its worst-case flu scenario for December.
Local health teams in Dorset say there is still time to get protected before the festive period, when flu spreads easily among families and in busy indoor settings.
People who can get a free NHS flu vaccination include adults aged 65 and over, pregnant women, people with certain long-term conditions, children, and frontline health and social care staff.
Eligible people can book a flu vaccination through the NHS App or online. There are walk-in clinics in Bournemouth, Wareham and Weymouth next week, and many local pharmacies are also running walk-in clinics as well as booked appointments. People can also contact their GP surgery. Some local pharmacies can also vaccinate 2–3-year-olds with the nasal spray.
Clear, local information is available at: www.