NHS Initiates Rapid Winter Shield as Flu Vaccination Portal Opens
Health officials have launched the national booking system for seasonal influenza jabs ahead of the 2026/27 winter period. The accelerated timeline reflects a strategic shift to bolster population immunity before the traditional peak in respiratory viral transmission.
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