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
Flu Fighters - join the battle
Learn about the flu vaccine for children, read the answers to frequently asked questions and to download free copies of the four exciting Flu Fighters stories for children, Flu Fighters Versus Chilly, Achy and Snotty, Flu Fighters in The Battle of Planet Bogey, Flu Fighters in Close Encounters of the Germed Kind and Flu Fighters on a Vacc-tastic Voyage. For more information go to www.