Season Flu and COVID Vaccination Uptake in Maldon District
Published on Friday, 25th November 2022
As we are now approaching the final weeks of the COVID and Flu Vaccination ahead of the peak winter period, please see the Information that summarises ‘Who’ is eligible for the vaccinations, ‘How’ they can book their vaccinations and ‘Where’ the vaccination clinics are being held locally.
COVID and Flu Vaccinations – who is eligible?
| Flu Vaccine Eligibility | COVID Vaccine Eligibility – Autumn Booster – Appointment should be at least 91 days after previous dose |
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50 and over (including those who’ll be 50 by 31 March 2023) |
50 or over |
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Aged 6 months to 50 years in a clinical at-risk group |
Pregnant Women |
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Pregnant Women |
Aged 5 years or older and at high risk due to health condition or weakened immune system |
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In long-stay residential care |
Aged 16 years or older and lives with someone who has a weakened immune system |
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Receive a carer’s allowance, or are the main carer for an older or disabled person who may be at risk if you get sick |
Aged 16 years or older and a carer (either paid or unpaid) |
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Living with someone who is more likely to get infections. For example, someone who has HIV, has had a transplant or is having certain treatments for cancer, lupus or rheumatoid arthritis |
Frontline health or social care worker |
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Children aged 2 and 3 years on 31st August 2022 |
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Primary school aged children (reception year to year 6) |
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Frontline health or social care worker |
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Please note: for all eligibility groups listed above we are specifically targeting individuals with Severe Mental Illness and Learning Difficulties.
How can local residents book their vaccinations?
Flu Vaccination
Telephone: local residents should refer to the table below and telephone the GP Practice they are registered with or any of the pharmacies that are listed. Pharmacies also accept walk-in patients who are eligible for the vaccine with no pre-booking required.
Online: the following hyperlink can be used to book appointments via the internet:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vaccinations/book-flu-vaccination/
COVID Vaccination Telephone: local residents should refer to the table below and telephone the GP Practice they are registered with or any of the pharmacies that are listed.
Online: the following hyperlink can be used to book appointments via the internet:
Walk in Centres: the following website can be used to find a COVID vaccine walk in clinic near you:
Local residents also have the option of booking a COVID vaccination appointment at a walk-in-centre run by our local partner, Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust. This is offered to patients over 18 years on the Community Vaccination Bus located on Burnham-on-Crouch High Street. Please see their website below for further information and opening times:
https://eput.nhs.uk/covid-19-vaccine-information/walk-in-centres-opening-times/
Difficulty in booking appointments for COVID vaccinations?
If local residents are experiencing issues with booking their vaccinations, then they can contact the Referral Service on 0300 123 0771 Monday to Friday between 8am and 6pm for assistance.
Where are vaccination clinics being held in Maldon District?
The GP practices and pharmacies listed in the table below are offering COVID and Flu Vaccinations.
| Venue | Address | Telephone Number |
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Pharmacies |
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Rowlands Pharmacy |
Bentalls Centre, Colchester Road, Heybridge, Maldon, CM9 4GD |
01621 850559 |
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Speedwell Pharmacy |
39 Imperial Ave, Maylandsea, Chelmsford CM3 6AH |
01621 743078 |
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Tollesbury Pharmacy |
12A East Street, Tollesbury CM9 8QD |
01621 860511 |
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GP practices – local residents to contact their individual practice |
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Blackwater Medical Centre |
Princes Rd, Maldon CM9 5GP |
01621 876760 |
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Dengie Medical Partnership |
61 South St, Tillingham, Southminster CM0 7TH |
01621 778383 |
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Longfield Medical Centre |
Princes Rd, Maldon CM9 5DF |
01621 876433 |
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The Burnham Surgery |
Foundry Lane, Burnham-on-Crouch CM0 8SJ |
01621 782054 |
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Tollesbury Surgery |
25 High St, Tollesbury, Maldon CM9 8RG |
01621 869204 |
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Trinity Medical Practice |
1 The Dr, Mayland, Chelmsford CM3 6AB |
01621 745400 |
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William Fisher Medical Centre |
William Fisher Medical Centre, 19 High St, Southminster CM0 7AY |
01621 772360 |
All pharmacies below are offering Flu vaccinations. For those that do not meet the Eligibility Criteria to receive their Flu Vaccination, they can privately purchase this at any of the pharmacies below.
Prices range from £10 - £15 on average.
| Venue | Address | Telephone Number |
|---|---|---|
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Blackwater Pharmacy |
Blackwater Medical Centre, Maldon CM9 5GP |
01621 855118 |
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Boots the Chemist |
54 High Street, Maldon, CM9 5PN |
01621 853916 |
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Burnham Pharmacy |
Foundry Lane, Burnham-on-Crouch CM0 8SJ |
01621 784660 |
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Fiveways Pharmacy |
Foundry Lane, Burnham-on-Crouch, CM0 8BL |
01621 782058 |
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Govani Chemists |
14 Queen Elizabeth Square, South Woodham Ferrers CM3 5TD |
01245 321910 |
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Longfield Pharmacy |
Princes Road, Maldon, CM9 5DF |
01621 859085 |
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Rowlands Pharmacy |
Bentalls Centre, Colchester Road, Heybridge, Maldon, CM9 4GD |
01621 850559 |
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Savages Pharmacy |
22 Station Road, Burnham-on-Crouch CM0 8BQ |
01621 785042 |
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Southminster Pharmacy |
15 High Street, Southminster CM0 7AA |
01621 772392 |
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Speedwell Pharmacy |
39 Imperial Ave, Maylandsea, Chelmsford CM3 6AH |
01621 743078 |
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Tesco in-store Pharmacy |
Fullbridge, Maldon, CM9 4LE |
0345 677 9459 |
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Tollesbury Pharmacy |
12A East Street, Tollesbury CM9 8QD |
01621 860511 |
Children’s Health
We know it’s worrying when your child is unwell. Fortunately, you can treat many children’s illnesses at home. Our free Children’s Health Matters guide is packed with expert advice and guidance on what to do when your child is unwell. It explains when to treat children at home, when to see a Pharmacist / GP or call 111, and when symptoms are life-threatening, and you should seek emergency help. Download the booklet now and gain confidence in helping your child get better.'
This guide can be found online on the below hyperlink:
https://www.midandsouthessex.ics.nhs.uk/health/campaigns/child-health/
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