PRIVATE VACCINATION SERVICE

Pneumonia Vaccination in Wythenshawe, Manchester

One jab, potentially years of protection. Our Wythenshawe pharmacy offers the pneumococcal vaccine privately — especially worth having from 65, with certain health conditions, or simply if you'd rather not wait.

Single Dose
Same-Day Appointments
No GP Referral Needed
1 dose needed
Pneumococcal Vaccine
£30 single dose
  • Just one injection for most adults
  • Protection can last many years
  • Same-day appointments
WHY VACCINATE

About the Pneumococcal Vaccine

A single jab, with protection that can run for years

An older woman receiving the pneumococcal vaccine as a single injection
One Dose for Most Adults

One Jab Does the Job

This vaccine targets Streptococcus pneumoniae, a bacteria behind pneumonia and other serious infections. It's a single injection in the upper arm, and for most adults that's the whole story — though a second dose is sometimes advised for those at higher risk. Protection typically runs for years.

  • Just the One Dose

    No course to finish and no follow-up appointment for most adults.

  • Matters Most From 65

    Worth having for adults 65+ and anyone with certain chronic conditions.

  • Pair It With Your Flu Jab

    Book both at once and save yourself a second trip.

1 DoseFor Most Adults
Many YearsProtection
65+Key Age Group
Same DayAppointments
KNOW THE FACTS

Pneumococcal Disease, Explained

A bacterial infection that starts in the lungs and can spread further

A doctor listening to a patient's chest with a stethoscope

A Bacterial Culprit

Streptococcus pneumoniae is behind it, capable of causing pneumonia and worse.

Age Raises the Stakes

Risk climbs from 65 onwards, and for anyone managing a chronic condition.

Underlying Health Counts

Lung or heart disease, diabetes, and a weakened immune system all push risk higher.

One Dose, Solid Protection

A single vaccine dose covers most adults for years.

GOOD TO KNOW

A Faster Private Route

Would rather not wait? We offer the pneumococcal vaccine privately here — no GP appointment, no referral, just book and come in.

WHO IS IT FOR

Two Groups Where It Matters Most

Older adults and anyone managing a chronic condition

Recommended For

Adults 65 and Over

Serious infection risk climbs with age, which is why it's especially worthwhile from 65 on.

  • Adults aged 65 and over
  • Current or former smokers
  • Healthcare workers and carers
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Especially Useful

Chronic Health Conditions

If you're managing something that raises your infection risk, this deserves priority.

  • Lung disease (COPD, asthma)
  • Heart, kidney or liver disease, diabetes
  • A weakened immune system
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TRANSPARENT PRICING

Pricing

One flat price, one dose, nothing else to add

This is a private service — this vaccine is also available free on the NHS for some people, so it's worth asking your GP about that route first if it applies to you.

WHAT TO EXPECT

What Happens at the Appointment

A quick visit to our Wythenshawe pharmacy

A Quick Suitability Check

We confirm the vaccine's right for you before going ahead.

One Injection

In the upper arm — over before you know it.

Bring Your Flu Jab Along

Due for that too? We can give both in the same visit.

Side Effects Are Usually Mild

A sore arm, maybe a slight fever, tiredness or headache for a day or two.

Suits Most Adults

Especially relevant from 65 or with certain chronic conditions — we'll talk it through.

Private, No Referral

Book with us directly, no GP letter required.

PNEUMONIA FAQs

Common Questions

Some people qualify depending on their circumstances — worth asking your GP practice about that route. Or book with us for a straightforward private appointment, no referral needed.

Usually not — one dose covers most adults. If you're at higher risk, your pharmacist might suggest a second, and they'll talk you through why.

Yes — same appointment, different arms if you'd rather keep them separate.

Often many years from one dose. Your pharmacist will flag it if your circumstances ever call for a repeat.

Usually just soreness, redness or swelling where the needle went in, sometimes a mild fever, tiredness or headache for a day or two. Serious reactions are very rare.

Book Your Pneumonia Vaccination

Choose a time that suits you at our Bowland clinic

Same Day Appointments Single Dose No Referral Needed

One Jab, Years of Peace of Mind

Book your pneumococcal vaccine with our Wythenshawe team — no wait, no referral.