You can also report suspected side effects of vaccines and medicines online through the Yellow Card scheme. Additional existing e-learning sessions on administration, storage and legal aspects of vaccination can be undertaken depending on role, previous training and experience. These are available as part of the e-LfH Immunisation programme. Training slide set Experienced vaccinators should use the competency tool to self-assess that they are able to meet all the competencies listed and confirm that they have the knowledge and skills necessary to administer COVID-19 vaccine. This is required to work to the COVID-19 PGDs and protocols.

Registered Healthcare Professionals, nonregistered professionals or nonregistered Armed Forces staff The flu vaccine is offered to people most at risk of getting seriously ill from flu or who are most likely to pass flu to other people at risk. The following people are eligible for the free flu vaccine this season:All vaccines approved were rigorously tested before being approved, and have met the strict standards of safety, quality and effectiveness set out by the MHRA.

While changes to the booking system, protocols and patient group directive are put in place, the NHS will continue to vaccinate the millions of people who were already eligible for top-up jabs. legal issues including obtaining consent and legal framework to supply/administer the vaccine (Patient Group Direction ( PGD); Patient Specific Direction ( PSD); protocol; patient specific prescription) those that live with someone who is more likely to get infections (such as someone living with HIV, has had a transplant or is having certain treatments for cancer, lupus or rheumatoid arthritis) identifying high risk for COVID-19 groups, and groups with low uptake of flu vaccines to prioritise groups for equity work Experts agree - the best vaccine is the one that’s offered to you first. All vaccines available in the UK are regularly monitored and have been thoroughly tested. Some people may be advised to have a specific vaccine due to age, medical conditions or allergies.

Information for healthcare practitioners about the COVID-19 vaccine programme guidance has been developed to answer questions from vaccinators and is regularly updated to include issues that are arising as the programme is being delivered. Practical skills

Prime Minister Boris Johnson and NHS Chief Executive Amanda Pritchard have joined forces to issue a rallying cry for thousands of volunteers to come forward and support the NHS booster campaign. Many thousands have already given their time - but we need you to come forward again, to work alongside our brilliant GPs, doctors, nurses and pharmacists, to deliver jabs and save lives. However, the COVID Vaccination programme is now in its most complex phase yet and the NHS is once again calling on everyone to play their part in the new ‘national mission’. They may also wish to self-assess against the competency tool and confirm that they are confident in all of the areas assessed. Vaccinators should ensure they meet Care Quality Commission ( CQC) regulation requirements for training and updating and any continuing professional development requirements as set by their professional regulator (where applicable).persons aged 16 to 64 years who are carers (as defined in the Green Book) and staff working in care homes for older adults. If you are eligible, you will be offered a Covid-19 booster vaccine at least 3 months (91 days) after your 2nd dose. Government bodies across the 4 UK nations are regularly updating their guidance and information for health and care professionals.