Flu vaccination scheme

The University of Lincoln prioritises the health of its community and encourages anyone who is eligible for the NHS free flu vaccination to contact their GP surgery to book their appointment.

The NHS flu vaccination scheme is available:
• Anyone aged 65 and over
• Those with certain health conditions (including asthma, COPD, diabetes, a BMI of over 40, etc. A full list can be found online.
• If you are pregnant
• If you are in long-stay residential care
• Receive a carer’s allowance, or are the main carer for an older or disabled person who may be at risk if you get sick
• Live with someone who is more likely to get a severe infection due to a weakened immune system, such as someone living with HIV, someone who has had a transplant, or is having certain treatments for cancer, lupus or rheumatoid arthritis

Colleagues who are not eligible for the NHS scheme, are eligible for a flu vaccination from one of our on-site clinics, held at the Brayford Pool and Riseholme Park campuses, week commencing Monday 11 November 2024. You can book your appointment online.

Please be aware that it is your own responsibility to arrive to the appointment on time. If you arrive late you may not be able to receive your vaccination.

For more information regarding the onsite vaccinations, please email: staffwellbeing@lincoln.ac.uk.

Please note, you may be at risk of an allergic reaction to the flu vaccine injection if you have an egg allergy. This is because some flu vaccines are made using eggs. GPs or pharmacies can offer a low-egg or egg-free vaccination with an advanced request.