Pop-up community vaccine centres set up to help people access their flu and COVID-19 vaccines

People eligible for the flu and/or COVID-19 vaccine are being strongly encouraged by Hywel Dda University Health Board (UHB) to receive theirs as soon as possible as viral respiratory illnesses circulate local communities and hospitals.

Flu and COVID-19 are caused by viruses that spread very easily and can cause some people to become seriously ill. Older people and young children, as well as those with certain health conditions are more at risk.

To find out if you are eligible for the flu and/or COVID-19 vaccine, visit https://phw.nhs.wales/topics/immunisation-and-vaccines/flu-vaccine-and-covid-19-autumn-vaccine (opens in new tab) or contact the health board on 0300 303 8322 option 1 or ask.hdd@wales.nhs.uk.

The nasal spray flu vaccine will also be available for children aged 2 (on 31 August 2024) to sixteen.

Like all medicines, no vaccine is completely effective. You might still get flu, but your symptoms are likely to be milder. 

Flu and COVID-19 vaccines are quick and very safe and could prevent weeks of serious illness.