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Elderly and vulnerable in Jersey urged to get free winter vaccines
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The Government of Jersey is offering free flu, Covid-19, and RSV vaccinations to eligible elderly and vulnerable residents ahead of the winter months. Jabs can be received at GP surgeries and pharmacies, with specific eligibility criteria covering older adults, care home residents, pregnant women, and immunocompromised individuals.
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- Eligible groups can receive free flu, Covid-19, and RSV vaccinations in Jersey.
- Flu jabs are available for those aged 65 and over, care home residents, pregnant women, and people with long-term health conditions.
- Covid-19 vaccines are offered to islanders aged 75 and over, care home residents, and immunocompromised people aged six months and over.
- RSV vaccinations are available for those aged 75 and over, individuals aged 65 to 74 with weakened immune systems or long-term lung conditions, pregnant women, and care home residents.
- Public health officials advise getting vaccinated early in the season for optimal winter protection.