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BBC Health 📅 31 Aug 2026 ⏱ 1 min read Infectious Disease

New super flu vaccine rollout begins as NHS regroups from ‘busiest summer’

This year's jab has a few tweaks, including changes to better combat the Super-K strain.

ClinicaliQ Brief
  • The NHS is rolling out an updated flu vaccine this season with modifications designed to improve protection against the Super-K strain, reflecting emerging epidemiological trends.
  • The vaccine formulation changes represent an adaptive response following an exceptionally demanding summer period for NHS services.
  • Clinicians should ensure patients are informed about these vaccine updates and implement timely vaccination strategies as part of seasonal flu prevention efforts.
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This year's jab has a few tweaks, including changes to better combat the Super-K strain.

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