Flu & Immunisation Training Standards: Part II – Training Pathways

What flu training do your immunisation staff need? Welcome to the second part of our ‘what you need to know about the National Minimum Standards’ series. Today we will explain as clearly as possible the specific immunisation training pathways that each of you and/or your registered staff will be required to do in order to […]
Understanding FGM and your responsibilities as healthcare professionals

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a deeply ingrained harmful cultural practice that is still carried out in certain communities across the world, mainly in some countries in Africa, the Middle East and certain parts of Asia. FGM can have serious physical, emotional and psychological implications and is illegal in the UK. As healthcare professionals, particularly those working in travel health services, we have the […]
Flu training? It’s only June!

I know, it’s only June, so surely we can’t be talking about updating your flu training already. It seems like we’ve only just come out of that long winter we had this year. If vaccination fatigue is a thing, I am sure that every health professional must be suffering with it, so seeing a post […]
Flu training for pharmacists – the standards explained

Headlines for Pharmacists wishing to vaccinate this Flu season: Background In August 2022 NHS England published the service specification for the pharmacy flu service. Significantly, a change to the training requirements were announced. The key changes are: Which has been replaced with: So what do the changes mean for my practice? For many years in […]
Did your dog purchase a place on this virtual course? Kids, pets, pandemics and Zoom: The uninvited course delegates and why everyone is welcome.

As a clinical trainer whom regularly delivers virtual courses, I have not experienced many virtual teaching sessions where we haven’t had an extra little visitor appear at some point. I’ve met many a furry, feathery or reptilian participant over the last few years, as well as countless small children. Don’t ever worry if you have […]
Anaphylaxis following vaccination: what are the risks and what do you need to know

Whilst anaphylaxis following vaccination is extremely rare, it remains a risk and is a potentially life-threatening medical emergency. Early recognition and treatment is key. All clinical staff involved in administering vaccines should be aware of the risks and how to manage a suspected anaphylactic reaction. Healthcare professionals should ensure they have receive training on anaphylaxis […]
Summer Course Schedule 2023

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Are some vaccines more painful than others?

If you have administered vaccinations previously you may be aware that there are some vaccines that are thought to be more painful than others. You may have even possibly heard one of the following phrases from one of your vaccine recipients: “wow, I didn’t feel that one at all” “ouch, that one really hurt” “that […]
Promising developments in the fight against mosquito-borne diseases.

Insect-borne diseases, such as Dengue fever and Chikungunya, are a significant public health concern worldwide, especially in tropical and subtropical regions. These diseases are transmitted by mosquitoes and can cause severe illness, including fever, joint pain, and in some cases, death. To combat these diseases, researchers are continually developing new vaccines to protect against them. […]
How to administer vaccinations to infants and children safely

There are many things to be aware of and consider as healthcare practitioners to ensure that we administer vaccinations to infants and children safely and efficiently. Being adequately prepared, allowing suitable distraction techniques and maintaining a comfortable secure positioning when vaccinating, all help to lessen not just fear and anxiety, but also pain too. Pre […]