Flu UAT
A short appointment for flu vaccination at the pharmacy.
What this appointment involves
You’ll have a brief, private chat about your health and any previous reactions or allergies. You can ask questions and discuss the best timing for flu protection. You’ll leave knowing what happens next and what to look out for afterwards.
Suitability check
A few simple questions to make sure the appointment is appropriate for you today.
Time for your questions
Space to talk through worries, side effects, and how flu protection fits around work, travel, or caring responsibilities.
What we provide
These are the practical parts of the service you can expect during your visit.
- Season and timing guidanceSupport on when to have flu vaccination and how it fits with your plans and day-to-day commitments.
- Personalised flu protection adviceAdvice tailored to your circumstances, including any health conditions, medicines, or previous reactions you mention.
- After-appointment informationSimple guidance on what you may notice afterwards and how to care for yourself over the next day or two.
- Record of what was doneA clear note of what happened at your appointment for your own records.
Who this service is for
This is for people who want to discuss flu protection and leave with clear, practical next steps.
People planning ahead
If you want to reduce the chance of flu affecting work, family time, or holidays.
Those who prefer added reassurance
If you’d like to talk through concerns, past reactions, or allergies before proceeding.
Anyone needing a quick appointment
If you want something efficient and easy to fit into your day.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does the Flu UAT appointment take?
- The appointment usually takes about 15 minutes, including time to talk things through and cover what to expect afterwards.
- What happens during the appointment?
- You’ll be asked a few questions about your health, medicines, allergies, and any previous reactions, and you’ll have time to ask questions so you feel informed.
- What should I bring with me?
- Bring a list of your current medicines and let us know about any allergies, previous vaccine reactions, or recent illness so we can give the right advice.
- Can I have this if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
- Please tell us if you are pregnant, trying to conceive, or breastfeeding so we can check suitability and advise you on the safest option for you.
- What happens after the appointment?
- You’ll be given clear guidance on what you might notice afterwards and what to do over the next day or two, plus a record of what was done.