Eligible groups include those from two years of age

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has revealed who can get a free NHS flu vaccination this year. This comes as the NHS confirms that flu cases are presently three times higher than they were at this point last year.

Specialists have noted that flu season has arrived "more than a month earlier" than it usually does, with NHS bosses saying this is largely due to a spike among school-age children. In a message on X, previously Twitter , UKHSA has shared who exactly can get a flu jab.

The message reads: "'Who is eligible for the flu vaccine for winter 2025?' We gathered all the details for you. If you meet any of the criteria, come forward and book your vaccine through the NHS website, or remember to return consent forms for school

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