Flu vaccination to help protect children aged 2 to 3 years

Our colleagues at NHS England are asking us all to support their flu vaccination campaign.

The virus often spreads first in children. Vaccinating children against flu as early as possible helps to protect them and others who are at higher risk of getting seriously ill from flu, such as pregnant women and older adults.

Under 5s have one of the highest rates of hospital admissions due to flu. The flu vaccine will help protect children against flu and serious complications such as bronchitis and pneumonia.

If a child is vaccinated and catches flu, their symptoms are more likely to be milder and their recovery quicker.

Please encourage parents of children aged 2 to 3 years to get their child vaccinated against flu as soon as possible at their GP practice or a participating local pharmacy.

NHS colleagues have produced a range of free communications resources to support flu vaccination for young children.