Stay safe this winter with a quick, easy flu jab at Landsdowne Pharmacy. We offer NHS and private options with no long waits. Book today.
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Flu is not just a bad cold. It is a serious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. For most healthy adults, it means a week in bed. For older people, young children, and those with long-term health conditions, it can mean hospital.
The NHS recommends annual vaccination because flu strains change each year. Last year’s jab may not protect you this winter. Getting vaccinated yearly is the only reliable way to stay covered.
Vaccination also protects those around you. If you work with elderly relatives, young children, or immunocompromised people, getting jabbed reduces the chance you pass it on.
Flu symptoms tend to come on fast, usually within a few hours. A cold comes on gradually. That is one of the key differences.
Common flu symptoms include:
If you are unsure whether it is the flu or a cold, our pharmacists can advise you. But the better approach is to get vaccinated before symptoms appear.
We are a community pharmacy, not a large corporate chain. When you come to us, you speak to a qualified pharmacist every time.
Appointments are quick, usually under ten minutes. You do not need to take time off work or travel far. We are based locally and serve Peterborough and the surrounding villages.
We offer both NHS and private flu jabs, so there is no need to visit multiple places. One pharmacy. One appointment. Done.
You can book online through our website or call the pharmacy directly. Walk-in slots may also be available, but we recommend booking ahead to guarantee your preferred time.
When you arrive, a pharmacist will ask you a few short questions. This is a standard clinical check to confirm the vaccination is right for you. It takes two to three minutes.
The injection itself takes seconds. We use a fine needle and the process is largely painless. You will be asked to wait briefly after your jab before leaving. Most people are out of the door within ten minutes.
If you are unsure whether you qualify, speak to our pharmacist or check with your GP.
We offer private flu vaccinations for all adults eighteen and older. If you require protection for younger individuals, please consult our pharmacy staff regarding NHS requirements or other available choices.There are no complex criteria. If you want protection, you can get it.
This includes working-age adults, people returning from or travelling internationally, and those who simply want peace of mind going into winter.
For current flu vaccination prices in Peterborough, please call us directly.
We keep consultations short and clinical. The pharmacist will check your medical history and any current medications to confirm there are no contraindications. This is routine and protects your safety.
You will be seated comfortably and the injection will be given into the upper arm. The injectable flu vaccine contains inactivated virus and cannot cause flu. The nasal spray vaccine (used for eligible children) contains a weakened live virus, which also cannot cause flu but works slightly differently.
If you have an egg allergy or have previously reacted to a flu vaccine, let us know when you book. Egg-free vaccine options are available, and our pharmacist will advise on the best option for you.
Landsdowne Pharmacy is based in Yaxley and serves patients from across the local area, including:
If you are searching for a pharmacy near Peterborough and are unsure whether we cover your area, give us a call. We are happy to help wherever we can.
We’d love to see you at Landsdowne Pharmacy. Whether you need a prescription dispensed, health advice, or just want to pop in and say hello, you’re always welcome.
Come and see why families in Yaxley have trusted Landsdowne Pharmacy with their health for over 40 years. We're here for you.
Yes, parking is available right outside the pharmacy.
There's a bus stop just around the corner.
Trusted by generations of families in Yaxley and Peterborough.
Absolutely amazing all very polite and helpful. I had a dizzy/ faint spell (due to a condition I have) in there collecting my son’s medicine and she was brilliant with me& waited till my numbers went back to normal and made sure me and my son was both okay. I can’t thank them enough.
Can not belive how helpful and cheerful all the staff are, always greet you with a smile,great chemist everything you need, and if they havent got it, they will get it for you, nothing is ever a bother! 😁, thank you for all your help and advice. …
Lansdowne Pharmacy are absolutely fantastic, they go above and beyond to ensure prescriptions are dealt with correctly and ready for collection or delivery under regular and unforeseen circumstances. The ladies at the front are always friendly, polite and so so helpful.
Excellent local pharmacy. Pharmacist is extremely helpful. Even sorted out my prescription with the surgery.
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If you have a high temperature or are acutely unwell, it is best to wait until you have recovered. A minor cold or sniffles is not a reason to delay your flu jab.
Your body generally needs around 10 to 14 days to build full protection after vaccination. Getting jabbed early in the season gives you the best coverage.
Yes, in most cases. The flu jab can be given alongside other vaccinations, including Covid boosters, without reducing effectiveness. Our pharmacist will confirm this during your consultation.
No. The vaccines used in the UK contain inactivated virus particles, which means they cannot cause infection. Any mild symptoms after your jab, like a slight temperature, are just your immune system responding normally.
Yes. Flu strains change each year, and immunity from previous vaccines fades. The vaccine is updated annually to match the strains most likely to circulate that winter, so yearly vaccination is recommended.
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Landsdowne Pharmacy serves Yaxley and Peterborough with prescriptions, vaccines, and health advice. We are here to help.
