I’ve recently joined this community. I’m a 41 year old female, and in September 2021 had a non-aneurysmal subarachnoid haemorrhage. I was extremely lucky to make an almost complete recovery.
I have a question regarding winter influenza vaccination eligibility. I live in Scotland and don’t appear to have been placed into the category of being eligible for any winter vaccinations by my GP. Is that who decides whether a person should be eligible?
Having read up about it, it appears to me that anyone who has had a stroke is entitled to an NHS funded flu vaccine. Does anyone know for definite if this is indeed the case?
I feel a bit of a fraud as I have recovered from my haemorrhage and am back to all my usual activities and life. But I’m keen to get vaccinated if I can.
@elmlou welcome to the forum. Sorry you had a stroke but pleased to hear you’ve made a good recovery.
Not sure if system in Scotland is different to England but I would assume its the GP who decides on eligibility. You could try speaking to a pharmacist too. If you are eligible they should be able to provide it for you free of charge.
My understanding is that anyone considered vulnerable should be offered.
Hi @elmlou - I can confirm that in England people are eligible for a flu vaccine if they’ve had a stroke (I had my stroke at 60 and became eligible even though flu vaccines at that time were only for people over 65). I would assume it’s the same in Scotland, but as @Mrs5K says, best to check with your GP.