Prepare for winter by getting your seasonal vaccinations

As we head into autumn and winter, Powys Teaching Health Board is reminding everyone that vaccinations can help protect you and your family from common winter illnesses and support the NHS to focus on people who need the most care.

Vaccination is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and other common respiratory viruses, which traditionally increase during the colder months, alongside the occasional peaks of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases throughout the year.

Flu vaccinations for children are already underway in schools and the adult flu and COVID-19 vaccination programme will begin on 1 October 2024.

For the first time, pregnant women are being offered the RSV vaccine to help protect newborn babies from this virus, which can lead to serious complications, especially in winter. The RSV vaccine is also being offered to people as they turn 75 years old as part of a year-round programme which launched earlier this month in Wales.

If you are eligible for a flu vaccination you can obtain one through your GP or local Pharmacy. 

If you are eligible for a Covid-19 vaccination you will be invited by letter to your nearest location over the next few weeks.

If you are a healthcare worker, social care worker or a care home worker in Powys, please contact us to book your COVID Vaccination on 01874 442510 or email powys.covidvacc@wales.nhs.uk  

The Public Health Wales website provides details about eligibility for the NHS flu and COVID-19 vaccines