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Protect young children this winter: Free flu vaccinations available for 2 and 3 year olds

28 October 2025
Parents and carers of young children in Thurrock are being encouraged to make sure their child receives their free flu vaccination this winter. Flu can be a very unpleasant illness for children and may lead to serious complications, particularly for those under the age of five.
Free flu vaccinations are now available for 2 and 3 year olds through local GP practices and participating community pharmacies. This year, there is a renewed focus on making the vaccine as accessible as possible, with more vaccination sites available across the borough.

Protect yourself and your baby – get your free flu vaccine this winter

15 October 2025
Pregnant women in Thurrock are being urged to protect themselves and their babies this winter by getting the free flu vaccine.
The flu vaccine is recommended for all pregnant women, no matter what stage of pregnancy they are at. It helps protect both you and your baby from serious illness and is completely free on the NHS.

School Flu Vaccination Programme now underway: Complete an online consent form

2 October 2025
Thurrock schools are taking part in this year’s school-based flu vaccination programme, helping to protect children and the wider community against flu this winter.
The programme is delivered by *Vaccination UK, working on behalf of NHS England. All eligible school-aged children will be offered the free nasal spray flu vaccine, which is a quick and painless way to help prevent the spread of flu.