DS: Risk Warning; Seasonal Flu -Flu jabs

Hello all,

We've been asked by a number of you about this as there have been deals on offer in the past. I've liaised with Public Health England locally and have the following feedback:

Staff in schools, unless they have individual health issues where their GP will be in touch with them about this, are not considered an at risk group (according to the Green Book) see

https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/immunisation-against-infectious-disease-the-green-book

However, education establishments are known by some as 'super incubators'. So the vaccination is recognised as a contributor to business continuity.

Flu vouchers can be purchased by accessing: www.fluvouchers.co.uk

You might alternatively contact the pharmacy of your local supermarket or Boots, etc. and enquire whether they are prepared to come to you for a competitive price?

Don't forget too that the action of taking on board fully the:

Catch It,

Bin It,

Kill it.

advice for both pupils and staff, (many of whom don't get it!) is very relevant and where hand wipes/gel and tissues have been introduced across settings and housekeeping amended so door handles, mice, toilets, etc, receive extra attention after heavy periods of use, like breaks, has a dramatic impact on the potential spread of illnesses.

Hope that helps?

Bill

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