As part of our commitment to keeping our community safe, the University is offering a free flu vaccine to members of staff who are not eligible to receive a free flu jab from the NHS. This includes all 18 – 49 year olds without a qualifying underlying health condition*, or who are otherwise ineligible through the NHS scheme.
As there are a limited number of vaccines available, eligible staff are encouraged to book an appointment ASAP. Bookings are open until Sunday 14 November.
Vaccinations will be administered by the local Highfield Pharmacy on Friday 12 November and Monday 15 November from 08:30 – 16:00 at 26 University Road, Highfield Campus (opposite Highfield Pharmacy). Face coverings will need to be worn at all times while within the building.
On the day of their vaccination, eligible staff will need to bring a completed consent form and their staff ID to their appointment.
*Free vaccinations under the NHS are offered to the following individuals, who are therefore excluded from our University’s clinic offer:
- All children aged 2 to 3
- All primary and secondary school pupils up to and including Year 11
- Those aged six months to under 50 years in clinical risk groups
- Pregnant women
- Those aged 50 years and over
- People in residential care
- Unpaid carers
- Close contacts of people with weakened immune systems
- Health and care staff
