The flu virus has a serious impact on the health of thousands of people every winter. Getting a vaccine is the single most effective way every colleague can contribute to limiting the impact on their own health and the people we support.

Supported by other members of the Executive Team who have nearly all had theirs too, James said: “Getting your flu jab is free, easy and takes just a few minutes, but it could save someone’s life.”

The NHS are making the flu vaccine available to all frontline social care workers this autumn as with COVID-19 still in circulation, and flu often requiring vulnerable people to be admitted, our hospitals are predicted to be under substantial pressure. Contact your local surgery or visit a participating pharmacy to book yours today.