Flu and COVID-19 are caused by viruses that spread very easily and can cause some people to become seriously ill and die. Older people and those with certain health conditions are more at risk.
This winter, we expect flu and COVID-19 to circulate at the same time, so it is very important to get protected to reduce the risk of needing hospital care from these infections.
People aged 6 months to 64 years with a long-term health condition (which includes pregnant women and people with a weakened immune system)
Residents in a care home for older adults
People aged 65 years and older (age on 31 March 2025)
The roll out of the COVID-19 vaccination for eligible groups will start in October.
In 2024, vaccination experts in the UK advised that giving the COVID-19 vaccine to those working with and caring for vulnerable people offered only limited protection to the people in their care. As a result, they do not advise including these groups in the programme.
However, in Wales for 2024, the following groups can ask for a COVID-19 vaccine this autumn if they would like one.
If you have any questions about any vaccines, please do not hesitate to contact the health board on 0300 303 8322 or by emailing ask.hdd@wales.nhs.uk and we’ll be happy to help.