Flu vaccinations 2024-2025

Last Updated: 06/11/2024

Find information on the influenza (flu) vaccine programmes, which will continue to be impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The programme in the UK is based on recommendations by the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JVCI).

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Who is this resource for?

This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

What will this resource give me?

advice on where to go if you are having any difficulties accessing vaccination in your frontline care role
guidance for mass vaccination and the COVID-19 vaccination
information on the different vaccine types
who should get what, depending on ages and groups, such as those at risk of severe infection
the role of health and social care workers to protect patients and nurses
links to additional guidance from the RCN and nationwide organisations, including immunisation training
training resources for health care professionals
country-specific guidance.

Resource last reviewed

15 Dec 2023

Resource lead

Jessica Turner

The RCN delivers quality-assured and up-to-date resources for the nursing workforce. Reviewed annually in line with the RCN Quality Assurance policy, all RCN Learn resources meet the RCN’s Nine Quality Standards.

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This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

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Last Updated: 06/11/2024