winter vaccinations 2025

We are now gearing up to deliver Flu & COVID Vaccinations this winter - and those who are eligible will be able to have both vaccines at the same time

Flu vaccine eligibility:

From 1st September 2025:

  • pregnant women

  • all children aged 2 or 3 years on 31 August 2025

  • primary school aged children (from Reception to Year 6)

  • secondary school aged children (from Year 7 to Year 11)

  • all children in clinical risk groups aged from 6 months to less than 18 years

From 1st October 2025:

  • those aged 65 years and over

  • those aged 18 years to under 65 years in clinical risk groups (as defined by the Green Book, Influenza chapter 19 )

  • those in long-stay residential care homes

  • carers in receipt of carer’s allowance, or those who are the main carer of an elderly or disabled person

  • close contacts of immunocompromised individuals

  • front-line workers in a social care setting without an employer led occupational health scheme including those working for a registered residential care or nursing home, registered domiciliary care providers, voluntary managed hospice providers and those that are employed by those who receive direct payments (personal budgets) or Personal Health budgets, such as Personal Assistants

Covid Vaccine eligibility

The eligibility for covid vaccines this year has changed, the focus of the programme is shifting towards targeted vaccination of those at highest risk of serious disease

For autumn 2025, COVID-19 vaccination will be offered to:

  • adults aged 75 years and over

  • residents in care homes for older adults

  • individuals who are immunosuppressed aged 6 months and over

We understand that having a weakened immune system (immunosuppression) is a lot less straight forward than the other criteria, so we've listed some of the groups here:

Organ, bone marrow or stem cell transplant patients

  • Those being treated with systemic steroids for more than a month

  • Those living with HIV

  • Those receiving immunosuppressive or immunomodulating biological therapy, including children who are about to receive therapy

  • Those undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy

  • Those requiring long-term treatment for immunosuppression

  • Those with a history of haematological malignancy including chronic leukaemia, lymphomas, and leukaemia

  • Those with genetic disorders affecting the immune system

ST WULFSTAN FLU & COVID CLINICS 2025

  • 27th September - 9am-1pm - FLU VACCINATIONS ONLY
    CLINIC FOR PREGNANT LADIES & CHILDREN 2-3 YEARS OLD

  • 4th October - 9am-4pm - FLU & COVID VACCINATIONS

  • 11th October - 9am-4pm - FLU & COVID VACCINATIONS

  • 18th October - 9am-1pm - FLU & COVID VACCINATIONS

  • 25th October - 9am-4pm - FLU & COVID VACCINATIONS

If you are eligible for the flu and/or covid vaccinations, you will receive an NHS App/SMS message or letter from St Wulfstan Surgery to inform you of this and to invite you to book an appointment.

Appointments can be booked:

  • Through the text message

  • By calling reception on 01926 810939, option 1

Emergency Alerts Test Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm

The Emergency Alerts system is used to warn if there’s a danger to life nearby, including extreme weather

Since the first national test of the system in April 2023, five alerts have been sent, including during major storms when lives were at risk. The government will be running a second national test on Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm

When it is tested (and used live time) it will send a loud, siren-like sound and a distinct vibration to all mobile phones, we just wanted to make you aware that this will be happening.

Chicken Pox Vaccinations

The BBC have put out a news article about chicken pox vaccinations being added to the routine schedule from January 2026 - but this is not confirmed to be happening as yet

If and/or when it is added to the schedule then we will invite patient’s appropriately, please do not call the surgery requesting the vaccination for your child. 

Recovery & Wellbeing Academy courses available - September 2025

Recovery Academy is pleased to confirm that several more dates have been added for delivery of courses/workshops during september, and attached is their revised monthly schedule to show you which courses are available

The Academy offers a wide range of trauma informed courses and workshops designed to empower your mental health and wellbeing, provided by a number of Partner organisations working together. Courses are delivered face to face and via online group sessions and are completely FREE OF CHARGE.

The courses are open to anyone over the age of 18 living in Coventry and Warwickshire who wants to better manage or understand their health and wellbeing.

Can't decide which course you want to do?

If you are feeling overwhelmed by the amount of courses on offer, you can send them a message through their contact form to request guidance here:

Digital Cervical Screening results launching September 2025

From September, the NHS plans to start sending digital results from the NHS Cervical Screening Programme, utilising the NHS App

In September, those who have a negative test result will be notified of this by an NHS App message. It will also appear as an NHS App notification. If the NHS App message isn’t read within 72 hours, a letter will be sent as a failsafe.

Abnormal result letters will continue, for the time being, to be sent by post.

Roadworks on Southam Bypass

We have been notified that there is work starting on the Southam Bypass at the new Aldi site starting today, 18th August 2025

Description from the Warwickshire.gov.uk website

  • Section 278 Highway works in connection with the consented Aldi Foodstore on Land off the
    A423 Southam Bypass, including the construction of a Ghost Right turn island, footway and
    cycle improvements and upgrade of existing Pelican Crossing at the Galanos Roundabout.

Location

  • from roundabout with junction Leamington road usrn 38301173 to approximately 300 metres north east along Southam bypass

We are aware this may lead to traffic build up and delays, please ensure you allow plenty of time to get to your appointments at the surgery if using this route, or consider using a different route.

Warwickshire residents encouraged to take part in physical activity to boost mental health and wellbeing

Residents are being encouraged by Warwickshire County Council and partners to take advantage of the summer months by getting moving to support with their mental health and wellbeing

Approximately 40% of people in England are not currently meeting the UK Chief Medical Officers’ recommended guidelines for physical activity. However, summer is a great time for all ages to get active and incorporate more movement into daily routines, and any amount of activity is beneficial. For those not currently very active, it's recommended to try starting with just a few minutes of active movement a day, and to gradually build this up over time.   

Warwickshire’s Five Ways to Wellbeing is a great start to find out how to improve activity levels and mental health and wellbeing. The principles for Five Ways to Wellbeing are:  

  1. Be Active. Get moving in Warwickshire’s parks, green spaces, or join a local walk or activity group. Even a short stroll can lift a person’s mood or boost energy levels. 

  2. Connect. Spend time with friends, family, or members of the local community. Join a local group, chat with a neighbour, or take part in a community walk or event. 

  3. Take Notice. Pause and enjoy the moment. Notice the beauty of local surroundings whether it’s a peaceful park, a colourful garden, or a sunny sky. 

  4. Keep Learning. Try something new or rediscover an old hobby. Learn a new activity, explore a new walking route, or join a local class. 

  5. Give. A simple act of kindness or volunteering time can make a big difference – for others and for personal wellbeing. 

For more information, please visit www.warwickshire.gov.uk/fivewaystowellbeing  

Regular physical activity is proven to: 

  • Improve mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression 

  • Help manage and prevent long-term health conditions 

  • Support better sleep and boost energy levels 

  • Enhance social connections and reduce loneliness 

Warwickshire offers a great selection of free and low-cost ways to get moving. These include:  

St Wulfstan Surgery - National Primary Care Provider Of The Year Finalists 2025!

We are really proud to have been named as a Finalist in the National and prestigious HSJ Awards 2025 for the award of Primary and Community Care Provider of the Year. Having been awarded national winners last year, it is fantastic that we have been named finalist for 2 years consecutively.

This milestone is made possible only by the dedication of our exceptional staff and the trust, support, and kindness of our wonderful patients. This recognition is not just for us, but for everyone who walks through our doors. Together, we’ve built something truly special, and we remain wholeheartedly committed to providing the highest standard of care to every member of our community.

We thank you all again for your support, and remain proud and privileged to be at your service!

The winner of the award will be named on 20th November 2025 in London.

Results of the ‘Your Southam’ survey are in!

We are pleased to provide the results of the ‘Your Southam’ survey

If you expressed an interest about opportunities to get involved and have not heard anything please visit www.wcava.org.uk to find out more and register for volunteering opportunities directly.

Any residents who are interested in getting involved with the development of an action plan following the survey results would be very welcome.  To register your interest please email socialinclusion@stratford-dc.gov.uk  

Start For Life Emails

The Start For Life email programme provides NHS trusted advice and support, with information tailored to and delivered at the correct stage of a mother’s pregnancy or baby's age 

The personalised emails have been created to support mums, dads, parents and carers throughout pregnancy and parenthood. They contain information ranging from nutrition and exercise during pregnancy, parent-infant relationships, coping with tiredness and looking after mental wellbeing, right through to introducing baby to solid foods.

The emails can be translated into a range of different languages, are personalised, and have been created to support you throughout pregnancy and parenthood.

Once you've signed up, you'll receive regular emails tailored to your stage of pregnancy or your child's age.

Start For Life Programme

The Start for Life website provides All the support you need about pregnancy, babies, healthy child development, childcare and early education. they are here to help you give your child the best start in life

It includes

  • Updated pregnancy week by week guides

  • ‘Baby basics’ content covering key questions of new parents ‘now your baby comes with an instruction manual’

  • ‘Labour and Birth’ section

  • Interactive ‘ready or not’ weaning quiz

  • Updated easier-to-use recipe hub with multiple filters

Trusted advice and guidance for parents

The Start for Life website supports Early Years health and care service workers with NHS-trusted advice about pregnancy, babies, healthy child development, childcare and early education. It was created to help children get the best start in life.

Local services for parents from Family Hubs

Family Hubs provide a single place for in-person support and information from a variety of services.

They can support you with parenting, feeding and your mental wellbeing.

Family Hubs are available in 75 local authorities across England.