Pharmacy2U and Asda are now offering COVID-19 and flu vaccinations at selected stores this winter.
Vulnerable customers at Asda stores can now get their COVID-19 booster jabs and flu vaccinations while they’re doing their weekly shop, with the opening of new pop-up vaccination sites in partnership with Pharmacy2U. As well as delivering vaccinations, the partnership seeks to help relieve pressure on the NHS at a time when they need help the most.
COVID-19 and flu vaccinations are now available at Asda’s Bury St Edmunds store, with Ipswich and Mansfield stores starting next week and more planned to follow.
Bookings for vaccinations at Pharmacy2U – Asda sites must be made through the NHS website. All vaccinations will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional and those under the age of 18 are asked to attend their appointment with a parent or guardian.
Faisal Tuddy, Head of Pharmacy, shared, “Teaming up with Pharmacy2U showcases Asda’s ambition to be there for our customers and local communities when it matters most. We have always prided ourselves on ensuring our shops are more than just places to pick up your weekly groceries; they’re places where you can also take a simple step to look after your health and the well-being of those around you.”
Kevin Heath, CEO of Pharmacy2U, added: “At Pharmacy2U, we’re committed to making healthcare fast and convenient for patients. We are therefore incredibly proud to have partnered with Asda to bring vaccinations to a place of ease for our patients whilst continuing to support the NHS in protecting those who are most vulnerable. This vaccination programme will play a key part in alleviating some of the pressures that the NHS are currently experiencing.”
Pharmacy2U will be offering the booster to those who are most vulnerable as the risk of severe COVID-19 continues to be strongly associated with increasing age and underlying health conditions. The following groups will be eligible for a free NHS Covid-19 booster jab this season, as well as a free flu jab:
● People aged 65 years and over
● Care home residents
● Carers aged 16-49 years old
● Anyone aged 12 to 64 years or older with a weakened immune system
● Anyone aged 6 months to 64 years with existing health conditions that put them at risk, including pregnant women
● People living with others who have weakened immune systems
● Frontline health and social care workers, including care home staff
To book appointments for COVID-19 and flu vaccines and to see clinic operating hours, visit our NHS healthcare services page.