As well as helping to protect you from the flu, having a flu vaccination makes it less likely that you’ll pass the virus on to the person you care for. If they’re frail or disabled, for instance, or have a long-term condition, they may be at higher risk of catching the flu and more likely to develop complications and become seriously ill as a result.

How to book your free NHS flu jab

• Let your GP practice know that you’d like a flu vaccination because you’re someone’s main carer and/or receive Carers Allowance and that the welfare of the person you care for would be at risk if you were ill.
• Ask your GP practice to make a note on your medical records that you look after someone so they can support you in your caring role and invite you to have a flu vaccination every year in future.
• Alternatively, ask your local pharmacy for a free NHS flu vaccination as many now offer this service and will liaise with your GP practice to let them know that you’ve been vaccinated.

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