Everything you need to know about Ayrshire's winter jabs

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With the festive season just around the corner, we've compiled everything you need to know to stay on top of the latest winter health advice.

Many higher-risk groups have been vaccinated throughout the Autumn period and now vaccination teams in Ayrshire are offering COVID-19 boosters and seasonal flu vaccines to eligible people on a drop-in basis.Here are the drop-in clinics and times for adults, toddlers, and school-age kids to get their jabs across the region.Earlier this month, people aged 50 and over were asked to make their own appointment at a venue that suits them.

If you prefer to book you can do so via www.nhsinform.scot/winter-vaccines or by calling the national helpline on 0800 030 8013.

Otherwise, there will be drop-in options around Ayrshire at the venues and times stated below:Thursday, December 8Friday, December 9Saturday, December 10Sunday, December 11Monday, December 12Tuesday, December 13Wednesday, December 14Thursday, December 15Friday, December 16Saturday, December 17Sunday, December 18Monday, December 19Tuesday, December 20Wednesday, December 21Thursday, December 22Friday, December 23Parents and carers of children aged two to five are being encouraged to make sure their child gets the free flu vaccine this winter.Given as a painless nasal spray, the vaccine not only helps protect children but can also help prevent them spreading the virus to more vulnerable family members and friends over the winter months.