Flu Skills

Practical tools, myth-busting tips, and real-world support for busy teams.

Flu Skills is all about practical know-how, giving you the tools and tips to approach flu vaccination with confidence. Whether you’re having tricky conversations, tackling myths, or looking to answer some of your own questions, you’ll find guides, resources, and real-world scenarios designed for health and social care teams on the go. Dive in for conversation starters, myth-busting advice, and step-by-step guides to help you feel prepared and empowered.

And don’t forget: this section is constantly updated with fresh information and resources, so check back regularly for new content to keep your skills sharp.

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Flu Facts

Flu Season SOS: Why Your Jab Matters More Than Ever

This year’s flu season has arrived early, and it’s shaping up to be one of the toughest in decades. The NHS has issued an urgent “flu jab SOS,” calling on everyone eligible to get vaccinated as soon as possible. Here’s what’s happening, why it matters.

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Flu Facts
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Staff Wellbeing
Flu Skills
Myths

Staff Voices Leading the Way: Join Our Pioneering Vaccine Confidence Survey

At Vaccination Matters, we’re not just running another survey, we’re doing something that’s never been done before for our entire workforce. For the first time, we’re inviting every frontline staff member across Lancashire and South Cumbria, no matter setting, to share your voice in a pioneering Vaccine Confidence Survey.

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Myths

Stay Informed, Stay Protected: The Best UK Resources on Flu Vaccination

Here’s your go-to guide to the best UK-based resources - official, independent, and even a few podcasts and social channels to keep things engaging.

Flu Facts

Why Your Flu Jab Protects Everyone: The Science Behind Reduced Transmission

When you get your flu jab, you’re not just looking after yourself, you’re helping protect the people around you.

Eligibility
Flu Facts

Flu’s VIP List: Who’s Eligible For The Flu Jab and Why?

Every year, the NHS offers free flu vaccinations to millions of people across the UK. But who exactly is eligible, why does it matter, and how are these decisions made?