On behalf of Georgia Featherston, Communications and Publications Manager.
UKHSA has published a leaflet to help explain to the public why the flu vaccine is being offered to eligible adults from October this year. Paper copies are available to order online.
As stated in the flu letter, an October start date reflects JCVI advice that the flu vaccine effectiveness can wane over time in adults, so a later start date is preferable. The flu vaccine will continue to be offered to children and pregnant women from September.