Vaccinations

The festive season fast approaching,

Leading doctors in Sussex are urging eligible residents to protect themselves and their loved ones by booking their flu, COVID-19, and RSV.

Flu and COVID-19 are highly infectious illnesses that can lead to serious complications, especially during the colder months when viruses spread more easily. Vaccination is the best way to reduce the risk of severe illness and hospitalisation, ensuring you can enjoy a safe and healthy Christmas with loved ones.

• Book, change or cancel a COVID-19 vaccination appointment
• Book, change or cancel a free NHS flu vaccination at a pharmacy

Visit the pharmacist

As the festive season approaches, it’s important to know when your local pharmacies are open.

Pharmacies are an essential source of healthcare advice and treatment for minor illnesses. If you’re feeling under the weather, visiting a pharmacy can save you time and ensure you get expert help quickly.

Most pharmacies can also offer prescription medicine for some conditions, without you needing to see a GP or make an appointment. This is called Pharmacy First. Read much more about how pharmacies can help you.

Save time this Christmas

Manage your health using the NHS app

With the festive season fast approaching, we are urging people to remember to order their repeat prescriptions as soon as they can to make sure they have enough of their medication over Christmas and the New Year.

Many people will be travelling or caught up in holiday preparations and may not realise they’re running low on essential medications. Ordering repeat prescriptions ahead of time is the best way to stay prepared and avoid unnecessary stress during the festive season.

Find out more about the NHS App and repeat prescriptions on the NHS Sussex website.