This section provides information on the Influenza (Flu) vaccine.
An annual flu vaccine is offered from October onwards for everyone aged 65 and over, pregnant women, everyone with serious health condition, and all health care workers.
The annual flu vaccine is offered to all primary school children, as well as children aged 2-5 years who are not yet in primary school. Children in secondary school are not currently included in the programme. However, children of all ages with a serious health condition will still be offered the flu vaccine from 6 months of age.
For information about the annual flu vaccine visit the Immunisation Scotland flu pages (external link).
The seasonal flu immunisation programme for 2016/17 will commence on 1 October 2016 and run until 31 March 2017. Posters and leaflets have been produced. These are aimed at people with serious health conditions, pregnant women and healthcare workers. They include important information about flu immunisation and will be available in GP practices, pharmacies, care organisations and other healthcare settings.
In addition, leaflets and posters for health care workers will be distributed across all local NHS Boards encouraging staff to get vaccinated. Copies of all the resources can be found below by clicking the relevant links.
Posters and Leaflets
The flu vaccine for over 65s and those with healthcare conditions leaflet and poster.
The flu vaccine for healthcare workers leaflet and poster.
The flu vaccine for pregnant women leaflet and poster.
Invitation Letters
The template letter which can be used for inviting eligible patients under 65 years old and in the at risk groups for the flu immunisation.
For information the letter which will be sent centrally inviting eligible patients over 65 years old for the flu immunisation.
Resources for Health Professionals and School Staff
Click on the links below for more information on the childhood flu immunisation programme 2016/17 or to access the support materials, for health professionals and for school staff. There is also a PowerPoint presentation available for GPs.