agofarkas Posted October 1, 2020 Share Posted October 1, 2020 Need a recommendation for a private clinic to get flu jabs for my family, as our 12 year old can't get one at school, our surgery, any local pharmacies or through BUPA, and we can't seem to get any either. All helpful suggestions welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penguin68 Posted October 1, 2020 Share Posted October 1, 2020 Boots normally offer them, but unprecedented take-up (can't think why) has led to shortages and suspension of their service. I suspect if you wait a bit they will become available again. Anyone in a vulnerable (age/ underlying condition/ caring responsibility) category should have been offered one through the NHS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigello Posted October 1, 2020 Share Posted October 1, 2020 Flu jabs can lose their efficacy over time, so having them in November (before the hardest hitting time) coukd actually be a benefit. Social distancing and masks are likely to keep down infection rates anyway. Superdrug has a booking facility for the branches offering vaccinations. Streatham is nearest. Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penguin68 Posted October 1, 2020 Share Posted October 1, 2020 Flu jabs can lose their efficacy over timeHowever, they also take 1-2 weeks to become fully effective - so you do need to get the timing right. 'December to March' is seen as the season, although it can start as early as October.https://www.bupa.co.uk/health-information/childrens-health/flu#:~:text=Seasonal%20flu%20(influenza)%20is%20an,and%20as%20late%20as%20May.However it is to be hoped that mask wearing, social distancing and hand washing may reduce the incidence - so it's an ill wind... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agofarkas Posted October 1, 2020 Author Share Posted October 1, 2020 Thanks for the Boots tip, am trying to track one down anywhere near us that is doing them for 12 year olds... anyone know of a private clinic, in the mean time? Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelly2106 Posted October 1, 2020 Share Posted October 1, 2020 There's a private clinic in herne Hill but they have a waiting list and don't have stock until November. I've booked my 15 year old appointment at Tescos Surrey quays nearest one offering 12-15 years flu jabs costs ?9, pounds and you have to book online, waiting list is now 3 weeks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agofarkas Posted October 1, 2020 Author Share Posted October 1, 2020 thank you @shelly2106! Will give them both a go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelly2106 Posted October 1, 2020 Share Posted October 1, 2020 No problem, the private one is herne Hill is called health hub Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Orwell Posted October 1, 2020 Share Posted October 1, 2020 Fleet Street Clinic, who do jabs for just about anything, are booked up about a week ahead for flu jabs.Unfortunately they cost ?35 a go !https://flujabs.org/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mancity68 Posted October 1, 2020 Share Posted October 1, 2020 Got one in a chemist in Camberwell this morning. ?12. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dulwichrepresent2 Posted October 6, 2020 Share Posted October 6, 2020 Could you please confirm which chemist you visited? Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elloriac Posted October 6, 2020 Share Posted October 6, 2020 The Day Lewis pharmacy on Forest Hill Road is doing flu jabs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruffers Posted October 6, 2020 Share Posted October 6, 2020 elloriac Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> The Day Lewis pharmacy on Forest Hill Road is> doing flu jabs.They did mine - if they've run out just ask to be put on the waitlist, shouldn't take long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mancity68 Posted October 6, 2020 Share Posted October 6, 2020 Day Lewis on Camberwell Church St. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ljrodgers Posted October 9, 2020 Share Posted October 9, 2020 I had a walk-in jab at Lloyds Pharmacy in North Cross Road last week. Was surprised at how easy it was. I am 60 but I don't think that made a difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siousxiesue Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 ljrodgers Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> I had a walk-in jab at Lloyds Pharmacy in North> Cross Road last week. Was surprised at how easy it> was. I am 60 but I don't think that made a> difference.Not taking anyone under 65 now! Low on stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siousxiesue Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 https://www.londontravelclinic.co.uk/Booked with these guys, London Bridge ?15 shot?20 consultation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
covidavoid Posted October 20, 2020 Share Posted October 20, 2020 I was lucky with the Lloyds pharmacy a couple of weeks ago, good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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