NHS Expands Rapid Flu Protection for Children and Pregnant Women Ahead of Winter
NHS starts flu vaccinations for children and pregnant women early, aiming to ease winter pressures and boost protection.
Seasonal flu, COVID-19, shingles and other vaccines, along with news on outbreaks and how to protect yourself.
UK Childhood Vaccination Rates Dip in Babies as Experts Warn of Uneven Recovery
UK childhood vaccination rates are falling in babies, raising concerns for public health and NHS prevention efforts.
Shingles Vaccination May Offer Added Protection Against Heart Disease and Stroke, Study Suggests
A BMJ study suggests shingles vaccination may be linked to a lower risk of heart disease and stroke.
NHS Urges Eligible Patients to Book Flu Jabs as Winter Preparations Begin Early
NHS England urges eligible people to book flu jabs early as winter vaccinations begin on 1 September 2026.
UK Childhood Vaccination Rates Fall as Doctors Warn of a Growing Public Health Gap
UK childhood vaccination rates are falling in babies, raising fresh concerns for public health and NHS prevention efforts.
UK Childhood Vaccination Rates Fall in Babies as Uptake Holds Steady at Age 5
UK childhood vaccination rates are falling in babies, while uptake at age five remains stable, raising public health concerns.
NHS Flies Open Autumn Flu Plan as Flu Jab Bookings Begin for Eligible Groups
NHS opens early flu jab bookings for eligible groups as winter preparations begin ahead of 1 September.
UK Childhood Vaccination Rates Fall in Babies, While Uptake Stabilises at Age 5
UK baby vaccination rates fall again, while immunisation uptake at age 5 appears to be stabilising, new data show.
NHS Warns of Bigger Pressure Ahead as Childhood Vaccination Rates Fall in Babies
NHS warns baby vaccination rates have fallen, raising fresh concern as the health service prepares early for winter.
NHS Sets Out Autumn Cholesterol Checks as Winter Flu Booking Opens Earlier Than Ever
NHS pharmacies will offer seven-minute cholesterol checks as flu booking opens earlier, boosting prevention ahead of winter.
