Private Flu (Influenza) Jabs – No Referral Needed

How the Flu Jab Works

The flu vaccine contains inactivated (non-infectious) parts of the influenza virus, designed to safely train your immune system to recognise and fight the virus.
After vaccination, your body develops antibodies within about 10–14 days, giving you protection throughout the season.

Each year, the vaccine is updated to target the most common flu strains expected to circulate.
This year’s vaccine protects against three influenza strains — it’s a traditional vaccine, not an mRNA vaccine, and does not contain any COVID-19 components.
 

This Season Matters More Than Ever

Health officials have warned that the 2025–26 flu season has started earlier and stronger than usual.
The dominant strain — Influenza A (H3N2) — is known to cause more severe illness, particularly in older adults.
Public-health data show an early rise in hospital admissions and deaths from influenza, suggesting this may be one of the toughest flu seasons in recent years.
(Source: UKHSA – gov.uk)

Getting your jab now ensures you’re protected before the virus spreads widely.
 

Why Choose Our Private Flu Jab Service

• No referral needed – anyone can book directly

• Convenient booking – online, by phone or email

• Flexible appointments – clinic, home, or onsite visits available

• High-quality vaccine – same trusted vaccines used in the NHS

• Professional care – qualified clinicians and safe settings

• Peace of mind – ideal for people not eligible for NHS vaccination or those seeking flexibility
   

Who Can Benefit

Our private service is open to:

• Adults who don’t meet NHS criteria but still want protection

• Adults who do qualify for NHS vaccination but prefer a more flexible, private appointment

• Busy professionals, families and employers seeking workplace or home vaccination visits

• Anyone who wants to avoid disruption from illness this winter
   

Why the NHS Offers Flu Jabs to Certain Groups Only

The NHS provides free flu vaccines each year to people considered at higher risk of complications from flu — such as:

• Adults aged 65 and over

• Pregnant women

• Carers and frontline healthcare workers

• People with long-term health conditions like asthma, diabetes, or heart disease

(View full NHS eligibility list)

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This doesn’t mean others aren’t at risk — it simply reflects how NHS funding is prioritised to protect those most vulnerable and to reduce winter pressure on hospitals.

However, anyone can still choose to have a flu jab privately. Many people outside the NHS criteria prefer to be vaccinated for personal protection, peace of mind, and convenience.

At YPCHealth, we make that possible — no referral, no waiting lists, and flexible booking options including home or workplace visits.
 

How It Works

1. Book – Choose your preferred method: online, phone or email.

2. Attend your appointment – Quick health check to ensure suitability  & the jab takes just a few minutes.

3. Post-care advice – We’ll provide simple after-care information and confirm when your protection takes full effect.
    

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is the private flu jab the same as the NHS one?
Yes — we use the same licensed vaccines approved for UK use. The only difference is how and where you book.

Does the flu jab contain COVID-19 vaccine material?
No — the flu vaccine protects against influenza only, not coronavirus. It is a traditional, inactivated vaccine containing three strains of influenza.

When should I have the jab?
Ideally early in the season, before flu spreads widely. Protection takes around two weeks to develop.

Are there side effects?
Most people experience only mild side effects — a little soreness or fatigue for a day or two.

Can I get the flu and COVID jab together?
Yes, it’s safe to have them at the same time, but they are separate vaccines given at different sites.
 

✅ Bottom Line

With flu spreading earlier and harder this winter, now is the best time to get vaccinated.
Our private flu jab service makes it fast, simple, and accessible — with no referral required and the option of home or onsite visits.

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Price: £15 per flu jab — quick, convenient, and great value for protecting your health this winter

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👉 Book your appointment today via the link below or call 0113 531 4947 / email info@ypchealth.co.uk.
Protect yourself and those around you this winter.