2021 Flu Vaccination

Every year the Ministry of Health supports the running of an Influenza (Flu) Immunisation Programme.

The programme is designed to protect those at greatest risk of serious illness from influenza:

• people over 65
• people with chronic conditions like heart disease, cancer, diabetes and serious asthma
• pregnant women,
• young children with a history of serious respiratory illnesses

For people in one of the groups above, the flu vaccine is free of charge.

Where can I get my flu vaccine?

If you are eligible for a free flu vaccine, you will be contacted by your general practice who will advise you of where to get your vaccine.

If you are not eligible for a free flu vaccine, you have the option to pay for a vaccine from a health provider. The flu vaccine will be available from your general practice, at community clinics and possibly through your workplace.

You can access the flu vaccine at a number of community clinics as listed below.