Posted on: 2 October 2025
The NHS in West Yorkshire has rolled out flu and COVID-19 vaccinations to all eligible individuals as part of a nationwide effort to safeguard the most vulnerable during the winter months.
Since the beginning of September, vaccination teams have been giving flu vaccines to pregnant women and children through GP practices, maternity services, and schools. Flu vaccines are also available for everyone aged 65 and over, under 65s in clinical risk groups, care home residents and carers, close contacts of those who are immunosuppressed and frontline health and social care workers.
Following the advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI), COVID-19 vaccinations are available to adults aged 75 and over, older adult care home residents and people who are immunosuppressed.
The NHS has already sent invitations via email, and further invites through the NHS App, text, and letters are set to go out throughout October. However, eligible individuals do not need to wait for an invitation to book their appointments.
Appointments can be booked via the NHS App, local GP practices, online at www.
Dr. James Thomas, Medical Director at NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board, said: “Vaccinations are our most effective defence against these viruses and can save lives. We strongly encourage everyone who is eligible to get their vaccinations as soon as possible. With easy-to-book appointments now available closer to home, getting vaccinated today could keep you out of the hospital this winter.”
The NHS also recommends the RSV vaccine for pregnant women and older adults, as well as the pneumococcal vaccine for those over 65, to help protect against serious illnesses more common in winter, like pneumonia.
Join the 'Get Strong, Get Vaccinated' campaign – it could be the most important appointment you make this winter, helping to keep you out of hospital.
For more information on recommended vaccinations, visit www.