Combo - Flu and Pneumococcal Vaccine
You are now able to book an appointment to get both your Flu vaccination and Pneumococcal vaccination at the same time. These will be administered in two separate arms during the one appointment.
Over the coming months we will be changing our name from LloydsPharmacy to McCabes Pharmacy. The name on the outside of the pharmacy will be changing, but the friendly faces, the expert advice and the great value in store will stay the same, so call in and say hello to the people you know.
What is the flu vaccination?
The flu vaccine helps your body produce antibodies to fight against the flu virus.
Every year, the types of flu viruses change, so a new vaccine is made to protect us from the new strains. By getting the flu shot, your body becomes better prepared to fight against the virus if you happen to come into contact with it.
What is the the pneumococcal (pneumonia) vaccine?
The pneumococcal vaccine will offer protection against infections caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae that can lead to pneumonia, septicaemia and meningitis which can be life threatening.
The bacteria can spread when a person coughs, sneezes, or when they are in close contact with others. Anyone can get this sickness, but it is more common in older people, young children, people with chronic diseases, and those with a weak immune system or no spleen.
Why get the two vaccines together?
For convenience, you just need to attend the one appointment to protect yourself from two serious respiratory illnesses.
The pneumococcal vaccine is highly recommended for those over 65 or those in an at-risk group. If you are unsure whether you need the combo vaccine you should talk to your pharmacist or GP.
Where is this service available?
This service is available in select LloydsPharmacy stores.
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