a boy of around 8 years old flexes his arm, which has a plaster on it after a vaccination

We’re supporting the NHS Mid & South Essex children’s flu vaccination campaign and are looking for real stories from parents and carers to help encourage others to protect their children this winter.

If you’ve chosen to vaccinate your child against flu, we’d love to hear from you.

Your story could:

  • Help other parents feel more confident about the flu vaccine
  • Tackle common myths and concerns
  • Show how vaccination helps keep children healthy and resilient

You can share your experience in writing, or take part in a short video if you’re happy to be filmed. These stories may be featured on NHS websites, social media or in local media to help raise awareness.

If you’re interested, please contact us by 31 July at . We can help with writing or filming, and we’ll only use your story with your full consent.

Thank you for helping us keep children safe and well this winter.

Please let us know if you have any questions, or if your team would like support in identifying or preparing a case study.

Published: Monday, 14th July 2025