NHS Lanarkshire is urging those who have yet to receive their free winter vaccines to do so.

This comes as nearly 1.5 million flu and COVID-19 vaccines have been administered so far this winter.

The health board has recorded an increase in people experiencing coughs, colds, and flu-like illnesses during the colder months.

The winter vaccination programme is focused on protecting those most vulnerable to flu and COVID-19.

This includes older adults, people with underlying health conditions, and pregnant women.

All frontline health and social care workers are eligible for the free vaccines, while all NHS staff are eligible for the flu vaccine.

To make an appointment, visit www.nhsinform.scot/wintervaccines.

More information about the winter vaccines, including eligibility and the online booking portal, is available at www.nhsinform.scot/wintervaccines.

Dr Henry Prempeh, consultant in public health, said: "Vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself and others and we’re pleased to see so many people in Lanarkshire coming forward to take up the offer.

"Evidence shows that the flu virus changes over time and COVID-19 vaccine protection fades.

"The vaccinations offered this season can top up your protection against severe illness from flu and COVID-19.

"Those that have not yet received their vaccines are strongly encouraged to come forward and make an appointment.

"We also advise checking our local arrangements as we have a range of vaccination sites and pop up clinics."

If you think you may be eligible for either a flu or COVID-19 vaccine this winter, you can check using the self-help guide on NHS Inform.