Skills

Practical tools and real-world support for busy teams.

Skills is all about practical know-how, giving you the tools and tips to approach 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 and step-by-step guides to help you feel prepared and empowered.

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

  • Vaccines
  • Flu Facts
  • Eligibility
  • 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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  • Flu Skills
  • Myths
The Vax Chat Pack: A Practical Guide for Frontline Teams
The Vax Chat Pack is a set of scenario-based conversation cards designed to help you talk confidently and clearly about flu vaccination. Each card tackles a common question or myth, offering a suggested response, a myth-busting fact, and a confidence booster, all in plain English.
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  • Flu Facts
  • Flu Skills
  • 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.
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  • Myths
  • Flu Skills
Be Scroll Smart: How to Spot Vaccine Myths Online
Social media is a breeding ground for myths that can undermine public health. Here’s how to keep your feed factual and protect yourself and your community.
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  • Staff Wellbeing
  • Flu Skills
Are You Flu Fit? Practical Ways to Stay Well This Winter
Looking after yourself matters just as much as caring for others. Staying well helps you stay strong for your residents, patients, your team, and yourself.
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  • 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.
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