NHS England would like the support of Mencap network partners to raise awareness and help encourage more people with a learning disability to take up the offer of a free flu jab.
The key messages for people are:
- See your doctor, nurse or a pharmacist to get the free flu jab
- Don’t wait – get the flu jab as soon you can
- The flu jab is free because you need it. If you get very ill you might even need to go to hospital.
- The flu jab is an injection in your arm. Don’t let this stop you. The doctor, nurse or pharmacist will look after you.
- The flu jab is very quick and can protect you from getting very ill.
But did you know that if you are a carer, you too are eligible for a free flu jab?
- Care for someone with a learning disability? Get the flu jab so you do not get ill or pass the virus on.
- If you are terrified of needles, ask your doctor about the nasal vaccine.