Winter Vaccines

It’s not too late to protect yourself this winter.

Viruses like flu and Covid-19 spread more easily during the colder months as we spend more time indoors with others. That’s why those most at risk of getting seriously ill are being offered the flu and COVID-19 vaccines.

If you’re eligible and, there’s still time to get vaccinated.

Why get vaccinated?

Having the COVID-19 vaccine is an effective way to reduce the chances of hospitalisation by around 50%. Getting the flu vaccine helps prevent serious illness from flu and passing it on to others.

Find out if you’re eligible

For more information about who is being offered the flu and Covid-19 vaccines, visit nhsinform.scot/wintervaccines

Ways to get Vaccinated

Attend a drop-in clinic no appointment needed

We’re running drop-in flu and Covid-19 vaccination clinics at our three vaccination centres Falkirk Community Hospital, Clackmannanshire Community Healthcare Centre and Stirling Health & Care Village for those eligible and aged 18+ on the following dates/times:

• Monday 23 – Tuesday 24 December 08.30 to 15.30
• Friday 27 – Saturday 28 December 08.30 to 15.30
• Monday 30 – Tuesday 31 December 08.30 to 15.30
• Friday 3 – Saturday 4 January 2025 08.30 to 15.30

Attend a Rural Drop-in Clinic – no appointment needed

We’re running drop-in flu and Covid-19 vaccination clinics in Callander and Killearn for those eligible and aged 18+ on the following dates/times:

• Friday 3rd January 2025 Callander Health Centre 09.00 – 15.00
• Saturday 4th January 2025 Killearn Medical Practice 09.00 – 15.00

Book an Appointment

If you would like a booked appointment, visit nhsinform.scot/wintervaccines.

You can book or reschedule your appointment to a vaccination clinic closer to where you work or somewhere you visit regularly. This can be anywhere in Scotland and new appointments are added regularly.

If you are unable to use the booking portal, call the NHS Scotland Vaccination Helpline on 0800 030 8013.

Attend a Local Pharmacy

A number of pharmacies across Forth Valley are offering Winter Vaccinations to those who are eligible. A full list of pharmacies is available below. Please contact the pharmacy directly to arrange an appointment.

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Vaccination Centre Venues

• Falkirk Community Hospital
• Clackmannanshire Community Healthcare Centre*
• Stirling Health & Care Village

*Please note that the Vaccination Centre at Clackmannanshire Community Healthcare Centre is now located in the Day Therapy Unit (above ward 1). You can also access the new location via the Parkhead Road entrance.

Need help?

For additional help or assistance, call the National Vaccination Helpline on 0800 030 8013.

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Attending your vaccination appointment

Please wear loose-fitting clothes to allow staff to administer the vaccine to your upper arm. To avoid delays in receiving your vaccination, please arrive as close as possible to your appointment time. If you require an interpreter or need help with travelling to your appointment, please contact the local vaccination team by emailing fv.vaccinationenquiries@nhs.scot or calling 0800 130 3120.

Flu and Covid-19 vaccines are being offered to those eligible between September and December 2024.