💉 Let’s get winter-ready!
Flu season is on its way and we’re encouraging all our eligible patients to get protected. You are eligible if you are:
- are aged 65 or over (including those who will be 65 by 31 March 2027)
- are aged 18 to 64 and have certain long-term health conditions
- are pregnant
- live in a care home
- are the main carer for an older or disabled person, or receive a carer's allowance
- live with someone who has a weakened immune system
- are experiencing homelessness or staying in a homeless hostel or night shelter
If you are eligible but haven’t yet received a self-booking link, please contact the surgery and we will be happy to help.
If you are also eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination, we will offer this at the same appointment where appropriate.
Our main flu vaccination clinics at the practice will be held on Saturday 3rd and Saturday 10th October.
- Saturday 3rd October 08.00-13.00: Haverhill, Long Melford and Glemsford
- Saturday 10th October 08.00-13.00: Haverhill, Lavenham and Glemsford
📅 Can’t make either date? No problem — please contact us and we will arrange a convenient appointment for you.
🏡 Care home patients
Our patients living in care homes will be visited at their care home on 1st and 2nd October.
🏠 Housebound patients
Our housebound patients will be visited at home from week commencing Monday 5th October.
Let’s do our bit to protect ourselves, our families and our community this winter. If you’re eligible, please get your flu vaccine! 💙
