2-3 year old flu vaccination programme in Greater Manchester

As we head into flu season, it's more important than ever to help protect our children and those around them.

Flu vaccination is offered to all children aged 2 and 3 years of age.

By vaccinating eligible children, we not only safeguard their health but also help reduce the spread of illness in our wider community protecting those most vulnerable and leading to fewer nursery absences, GP visits, and hospital admissions.

The flu vaccine for 2 and 3 years olds is a nasal spray, it is safe and well-tolerated, with most side effects being mild and short-lived. Children and infants do not usually need to be kept away from their childcare setting after receiving a vaccination. There is also an injectable vaccine available for those who object to the trace porcine gelatine elements in the nasal spray.

Appointments are available through GP practice or at some local community pharmacies. We kindly ask for your support in promoting the childhood flu vaccination programme this season.

You can find supportive materials including downloadable posters and leaflets and translated materials at the following websites:

Find public health resources for National Resources - these resources are also available in braille and multiple languages.

Keep Protected WinterVax 2025 | Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership – The Greater Manchester winter vaccination campaign.

Here is the latest list of Community Pharmacies that have signed up to provide flu vaccinations to 2 and 3 years old this winter:

• Cohens Chemist, Halliwell Surgery Pharmacy, Lindfield Drive, BL1 3RG. Tel: 01204 526852
• Cohens Chemist, Breightmet Health Centre, Breightmet Fold Lane, BL2 6NT. Tel: 01204 388710
• Cohens Chemist,118 High Street, Little Lever, BL3 1LR. Tel: 01204 578202
• Cohens Chemist, Bolton Medical Centre, 501 Crompton Way, BL1 8UP. Tel: 01204 600730
• Deane Pharmacy, Horsfield Street, BL3 4LU. Tel: 01204 662151
• Derby Street Pharmacy, 317-319 Derby Street, BL3 6LH. Tel: 01204 392222
• Everest Pharmacy, 188 Chorley Old Road, BL1 3BG. Tel: 01204 840925
• Everest Pharmacy, Tonge Moor, 24 Tonge Old Road, BL2 6BH. Tel: 01204 533937
• Halliwell Late Night Pharmacy, 34A Halliwell Road, BL1 3QS. Tel: 01204 548854
• Hollowood Chemists, 28 Blackhorse Street, Blackrod, BL6 5EW. Tel: 01204 468143
• Kamson's Pharmacy, Heaton Medical Centre, 2 Lucy Street, Heaton. BL1 5PU. Tel: 01204 840583
• Landmark Pharmacy Landmark House, 12 Chorley New Road, BL1 4AP. Tel: 01204 529111
• Market Pharmacy, 45 Brackley Street, Farnworth, BL4 9DS. Tel: 01204 571124
• Maxwell's Chemist, 830 Bury Road, BL2 6PA. Tel: 01204 526828
• Noble and Peacock, 556 Chorley Old Road, BL1 6AB. Tel: 01204 843088
• Pharmavon Ltd, Avondale Street, BL1 4JP. Tel: 01204 843140
• Pikes Lane Pharmacy, Pikes Lane Resource Ctr, Deane Road, BL3 5HP. Tel: 01204 528283
• Rigby and Higginson Pharmacy, 140 Church Street, Westhoughton, BL5 3SF. Tel: 01942 813104
• Rupert Street Pharmacy, Great Lever Health Centre, 21 Rupert Street, Great Lever, BL3 6RN. Tel: 01204 934491
• Shanti Pharmacy, 160 St. Helens Road, BL3 3PH. Tel: 01204 63303
• Sykes Chemist, 328 St. Helens Road, BL3 3RP. Tel: 01204 61677