A free flu vaccine is available in Hounslow for eligible South Asian residents
Why get vaccinated
Our Asian community are at a higher incidence risk of influenza compared to other ethnic groups and are more likely to experience severe complications from the flu, leading to hospitalisation and death. This increased risk is attributed to various factors, including many of our South Asian community living with long-term health conditions.
Getting vaccinated can prevent you and others from becoming seriously ill and needing hospital treatment, if you get Covid-19 or flu.
You will also be helping to slow the spread of these viruses throughout your wider community, which will help to protect elderly and vulnerable people, including family members who live with you and who you may look after.
By looking after yourself and getting vaccinated you will not only be helping keep your loved ones safe, you will also be supporting our local medical services, which will be under great pressure during the winter months.
Are you eligible for a free flu vaccination and COVID-19 booster?
You can find out if you are eligible for a free flu vaccine and COVID-19 booster on our website.
Where can I get the free flu vaccine in Hounslow?
If you are eligible you can get a free flu vaccine by making an appointment with your GP practice, a local pharmacy, or a community clinic drop-in centre. Parents are being reminded to complete their child's vaccine consent forms or book appointments for two and three-year-olds.
Hounslow’s Health Outreach Team (HOT) will be working with a local pharmacy this winter to provide Flu and Covid vaccinations around the Borough.
If you are planning to get your winter vaccines, you will find the HOT bus in November at the locations below. You can check eligibility via Winter vaccinations and winter health - NHS.
- Friday, 7th November – Winter Vaccination - Brentford Library, 11F Boston Manor Rd, Brentford TW8 8DWW4 5UT – 10am to 2pm
- Saturday, 8th November – Winter Vaccination - Tesco, Mogden Ln, Isleworth TW7 7JY – 10am to 4pm
- Saturday, 15th November – Winter Vaccination - Bedfont High Street, Car Park, Bethany Waye, Feltham TW14 8BU – 10am to 4pm
- Wednesday, 19th November – Winter Vaccination - Heston Leisure Centre, New Heston Rd, Hounslow TW5 0LW – 10am to 4pm
You can also find a pharmacy in Hounslow that offers you a free flu vaccination.
A free flu vaccination is also available for your child
Children can also get sick from flu and pass it on easily to others.
That’s why a free flu vaccine is offered to all children aged 2 to 16.
This year, all children can get the quick and painless nasal spray flu vaccine instead of a needle injection. However, there is a pork gelatine free alternative available as an injection. The vaccination is totally free and recommended for all school aged children.
Nasal flu vaccine for children
If your child is unable to receive the vaccination in school, you can book an appointment for them in one of Hounslow’s community clinics.
If you are unable to accept the porcine gelatine nasal spray you will be able to request the Injectable Flu vaccine when you book your appointment.
Has your child missed their vaccination at school ?
Vaccination UK are running 4 catch up clinics in Hounslow in November (13th and 27th) and December (6th and 18th).
Your child will be offered a free flu vaccine as well as DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus & Polio), Meningitis ACWY, MMR and HPV (check with your local team).
To find out more you can speak to the Hounslow Health Outreach team:
0208 432 7070
You can also book your child’s free vaccine appointment directly.
There are some helpful flu vaccine FAQs to help answer any questions you may have about the free flu vaccine for your child.
