Influenza vaccination 2025–26: protecting health and preventing disease

Nurses play a crucial role in the delivery of influenza vaccination programmes every year, from the promotion of the vaccine to eligible patients and the public, to its safe and effective administration in clinics. This article outlines key information for the 2025–26 influenza vaccination programmes delivered by the NHS. This includes eligibility criteria and timelines for adults and children, information on recommended vaccines for each patient group and strategies to increase uptake, particularly in underserved groups. Signposts to further information from bodies such as the UK Health Security Agency are provided throughout.