Flu is caused by the influenza virus and can be a very unpleasant illness for children. It can also lead to serious problems, such as bronchitis and pneumonia.
The children's flu nasal spray is offered every year to children to help protect them against flu - it is safe and effective.
Vaccinating your child protects them against flu and protects others who are vulnerable to flu, such as babies and older people.
Watch our short videos of local healthcare professionals who work with children and young people and the importance of the nasal spray flu vaccine.
What's it like having the children's nasal spray flu vaccine?
Sophie demonstrates how the nasal spray flu vaccine is given. It's just a tickle in the nose.
Books for children about flu and bugs this winter
