Overview
- NHS South West reports week-on-week increases with flu patients in hospital up 36% and Covid-19 patients up nearly 7%.
- The Covid-19 autumn and winter vaccination offer ends on 31 January 2026, and flu vaccinations continue until 31 March 2026.
- Appointments remain available through the NHS national booking system, GP surgeries and participating pharmacies.
- Covid-19 vaccinations are offered to people aged 75 and over, older adult care home residents and those who are immunosuppressed.
- UKHSA South West urges higher-risk groups to take up flu vaccination, noting flu often circulates into March, and people over 75 may be able to receive both vaccines in one visit.