Flu Vaccination 2025/26: Protect Yourself This Winter
Flu season is here. Learn who should get the flu jab, why it matters, and how Pulteney Pharmacy makes it easy to stay protected.
Flu Vaccination 2025/26: Protect Yourself This Winter
As autumn arrives and temperatures drop, flu season begins in earnest. Influenza is far more serious than a common cold—it hospitalises thousands each year and can be fatal, particularly for vulnerable groups.
At Pulteney Pharmacy, we're offering flu vaccinations throughout the season to help keep Bath healthy.
Why Get the Flu Vaccine?
Flu isn't just "a bad cold." It can:
- Keep you bedridden for 1-2 weeks
- Lead to serious complications like pneumonia
- Cause hospitalisation or death in vulnerable groups
- Spread rapidly through families and workplaces
The 2025/26 Flu Season
Each year, the flu vaccine is reformulated to match the circulating strains. The 2025/26 vaccine protects against the strains most likely to cause illness this winter.
Who Should Get Vaccinated?
NHS Eligible Groups (Free Vaccination)
- Adults aged 65 and over
- Pregnant women
- People with chronic health conditions (diabetes, heart disease, respiratory conditions, kidney disease, weakened immune system)
- Carers
- Healthcare and social care workers
- Children aged 2-17 (nasal spray via GP/school)
Everyone Else
Even if you're not NHS-eligible, flu vaccination is highly recommended if you:
- Want to avoid missing work
- Care for elderly relatives
- Can't afford to be ill
- Simply want protection
We offer private flu vaccinations at competitive prices.
About the Flu Jab
What to Expect
The flu jab is quick and straightforward:
- Brief health screening
- Injection in your upper arm
- Done in under 5 minutes
Side Effects
Most people experience no side effects. Some may have:
- Sore arm for 1-2 days
- Mild temperature
- Slight muscle aches
These are signs your immune system is responding—not the flu itself.
Common Myths Debunked
"The flu jab gives you flu" — No. The injected vaccine contains no live virus. You cannot catch flu from the jab.
"I had it last year, so I'm protected" — Unfortunately, no. Flu strains change, and immunity wanes. Annual vaccination is needed.
"I'm healthy, so I don't need it" — Flu can affect anyone severely. Vaccination also protects those around you.
Why Get Your Flu Jab at Pulteney Pharmacy?
✔ No appointment needed — Walk in at your convenience
✔ Quick and easy — In and out in minutes
✔ Extended hours — Available evenings and weekends
✔ NHS and private — Options for everyone
✔ Expert pharmacists — Professional, caring service
Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones
Don't wait until flu strikes. Get vaccinated early in the season for best protection.
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Flu vaccination: A small jab for big protection.