Most routine vaccinations are given in childhood but eligible adults are offered three routine vaccines once they reach certain ages. Click on the below drop downs to find out more.
The pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against serious illnesses like pneumonia, sepsis and meningitis.
You are eligible for the pneumococcal vaccine if you’re:
- 65+ years of age
- an adult of any age at higher risk of getting seriously ill from pneumococcal infections.*
*This includes some welders and metal workers who are exposed to metal fumes at work (check with your employer if you think you may need it).
Your GP practice should contact you if you are eligible for the pneumococcal vaccine but if you have missed it or think you may be eligible please contact your GP practice to discuss.
Click on the links for further information on pneumonia, sepsis and meningitis plus the pneumococcal vaccine.
The shingles vaccine helps protect against shingles.
Eligibility for the shingles vaccine:
- From 1 September 2023, you're eligible for the shingles vaccine when you turn 65*
- Everyone aged 70 to 79
- Aged 18 and over and at higher risk from shingles because of a severely weakened immune system.
*If you turned 65 before 1 September 2023, you'll be eligible for the shingles vaccine when you turn 70
Your GP practice should contact you if you are eligible for the shingles vaccine but if you have missed it or think you may be eligible please contact your GP practice to discuss.
Click on the links for further information on shingles and the shingles vaccine.
The RSV vaccine helps protect against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), a common virus that, in some cases, can make older adults seriously ill.
You are eligible for a free RSV vaccination on the NHS if:
- you're aged 75 to 79
- you turned 80 years old after 1 September 2024.
You are not eligible for a free RSV vaccination on the NHS if you turned 80 on or before 1 September 2024.
Your GP practice should contact you if you are eligible for the RSV vaccine but if you have missed it or think you may be eligible please contact your GP practice to discuss.
Alternatively, if you’re 75-79 years of age, you can also get a free RSV vaccination on the NHS at number of pharmacies across London including the following sites in North West London:
Ealing
- Southall Pharmacy - 13 North Parade, North Road, Southall, UB1 2LF (Monday-Friday, 09:00-19:00 & Saturday, 09:00-13:00; online bookings and walk-ins)
Hammersmith and Fulham
- Fulham Palace Pharmacy - 331 Fulham Palace Road, London, SW6 6TE
- Green Light Pharmacy - 228-230 Uxbridge Road, Shepherd’s Bush, W12 7JD (Monday-Friday, 09:00-19:00; online bookings and walk-ins)
Hillingdon
- Hayes End Pharmacy - 1266 Uxbridge Road, Hayes, UB4 8JF (Monday-Friday, 09:00-16:00; online bookings and walk-ins)
Hounslow
- Jade Pharmacy - 317-319 Vicarage Farm Road, Heston, TW5 0DR
Westminster
- Portmans Pharmacy - 93-95 Tachbrook Street, London, SW1V 2QA (Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday, 09:30-17:00; online bookings and walk-ins)
You can book an appointment online, or search for a pharmacy where you can get vaccinated without an appointment.
Click on the links for further information on RSV and the RSV vaccine.