Vaccinations
The Isle of Man follows a similar Routine Immunisation Programme to that carried out within the UK - but it should be noted that some of the vaccines offered differ slightly to those offered within the UK.
View the sections below for information on the Isle of Man Immunisation Programmes.
Immunisation is a way of protecting against serious infectious diseases. Once we have been immunised our bodies are better able to fight those diseases if we come into contact with them.
Speak to your GP practice if you or your child:
- has missed any vaccinations
- has a vaccination appointment booked – but you've missed it or cannot attend
- is ill with a high temperature
- has a bleeding disorder (such as haemophilia)
- has a fit (seizure) without a high temperature
They can book the next available appointment or give you advice.
It's best to have vaccines on time, but you can still catch up on most vaccines if you miss them.
Remember: It is never too late for you or your child to be immunised. Even if you or your child has missed an immunisation and is older than the recommended ages, you can contact a Doctor, Practice Nurse or Health Visitor to arrange for you or your child to be assessed for age appropriate immunisation.
COVID-19 Vaccination Programme
Isle of Man COVID-19 vaccination Programme for the Isle of Man
For detailed information, statistics and eligible groups and advice on the Isle of Man COVID-19 Vaccination programme.
Isle of Man immunisation schedules
Flu Vaccination Programme
HPV Vaccination Programme
Pregnancy
Pregnancy: Flu, Whooping Cough & German Measles
Pregnancy
| When it's offered | Vaccines |
|---|---|
| During flu season | Flu vaccine |
| From 16 weeks pregnant | Whooping cough (pertussis) vaccine |
For details on the local flu vaccination during pregnancy: gov.im/flu
Pregnant? There are many ways to help protect you and your baby
Premature Babies
Your baby can still have their vaccinations if:
- they have a minor illness without a high temperature – such as a cold
- they have allergies, asthma, eczema or food intolerances
- they were born prematurely
Important
It's really important that premature babies still have their vaccinations from 8 weeks old. They may be at higher risk of catching infections if you wait.
It may seem very early to give a vaccination to such a tiny baby. But many scientific studies have shown that it's a good time to give them vaccines.
Up to and including one year of age
Your child’s first immunisation is due at eight weeks of age. Make an appointment by contacting your GP surgery. All childhood immunisations are free.
Your baby can still have their vaccinations if:
- they have a minor illness without a high temperature – such as a cold
- they have allergies, asthma, eczema or food intolerances
- they were born prematurely
Up to one year of age
| Age | Vaccines |
|---|---|
| 8 weeks | |
| 12 weeks |
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| 16 weeks |
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At one year of age
| Age | Vaccines |
|---|---|
| 1 year |
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Preschool aged 2 to 5 years
| Age | Vaccines |
|---|---|
| 3 years and 4 months |
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Young People
| Age | Vaccine |
|---|---|
| 4 to 11 years | Flu vaccine |
The flu vaccination is now offered to school children from Reception to Year 6 as part of the school flu vaccination programme. For more details on this programme visit www.gov.im/childhoodflu
| Age | Vaccine |
|---|---|
| 12 to 13 years | HPV vaccine |
Isle of Man Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Vaccination Programme is delivered to year 8 boys and girls attending local secondary schools. For more details on this programme please visit www.gov.im/hpv
| Age | Vaccine |
|---|---|
| 14 years |
'Fresher' students going to university for the first time should make sure they've had the MenACWY vaccine to prevent meningitis and septicaemia, which can be deadly.
The MenACWY vaccine is also routinely offered to teenagers in school Years 9 and 10. This page covers information for England.
Men ACWY – NHS Booklet ages 9 to 10 years
Men ACWY – NHS Booklet are your starting University?
Anyone born on or after 1 September 1996 who was eligible but missed their teenage MenACWY vaccine can still have the vaccine up to their 25th birthday. Speak to your Practice Nurse for more information.
Before leaving the Isle of Man we recommend you have this vaccination. If you live in, or are going to university in, other areas of the country, click on the links below:
Adults
Measles Mumps and Rubella
All Adults should check that they have had two doses of Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine.
MenACWY
Anyone born on or after 1 September 1996 who was eligible but missed their teenage MenACWY vaccine can still have the vaccine up to their 25th birthday. Speak to your Practice Nurse for more information.
Men ACWY – NHS Booklet are your starting University?
Older People
| Age | Vaccines |
|---|---|
| 65 years | Pneumococcal (PPV) vaccine |
| 65 (and every year after) | Flu vaccine |
| 70 years | Shingles vaccine |
For details on the local flu vaccination programme visit gov.im/flu
Also see 'At risk' Groups and Travel advice and vaccines.
'At Risk' Groups
Isle of Man COVID-19 Programme
Also see Travel advice and vaccines.
This includes selective immunisation programmes and additional vaccines for individuals with underlying medical conditions. If you have any question speak to your Midwife, Doctor, Practice Nurse or Health Visitor.
