Pneumococcal vaccinations
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The pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine is also known as the PPV, pneumococcal or 'pneumo' vaccine.
We strongly encourage those eligible to take up the vaccination offer when it comes.
Important: Please wait to be contacted
NHS Highland will contact you by letter with details of your pneumococcal vaccination appointment, if you are eligible.
Important: Eligibility and more information
The pneumococcal vaccine is the best way to help protect yourself against the diseases and conditions caused by pneumococcal bacteria. These conditions include one of the most common types of meningitis, severe ear infections and pneumonia.
The pneumococcal vaccine is available in Scotland for all people aged 65 and over.
Some people under 65 are also eligible for the vaccine if they have certain health conditions, or are at high risk of exposure because of their job.
Find out more at NHS inform:
- What are pneumococcal bacteria?
- What is pneumococcal disease and why do we need a vaccine?
- Why should I be vaccinated?
- Who is eligible for the vaccine?
- How do I get my pneumococcal vaccination?
Community vaccination clinic locations
You do not need to book at your closest venue if you don't want to wait. If you're able to travel, you can make a vaccination clinic booking at any available venue outside your local area, where capacity allows.
What is pneumococcal disease and why do we need a vaccine? (video)
Dr Andrew Prendergast talks about pneumococcal disease and why it is important to vaccinate against the disease.
Important: Help by phone or email
Use these contacts for questions about vaccination clinics, including if you:
- have been asked to book an appointment
- need to rearrange an appointment
- need to cancel an appointment (please let us know so we can offer a place to someone else)
When leaving a message by phone or email, please include your name and address (including postcode). One of the team will get back to you as soon as possible. Leave one message only as this will help the team to get back to everyone quickly.
Call or email our local Service Delivery Centre
phone 0800 032 0339
Available:
- Monday: 9:15am to 5:00pm
- Tuesday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
- Wednesday: 9:30am to 5:00pm
- Thursday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
- Friday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
You can leave a voicemail outside these hours with details.