Childhood Flu Vaccination in 2026/27: Key Changes for Vaccinators

Welcome to the second blog in the Health Academy Flu Hub 2026/27 series, created to help healthcare professionals prepare for the upcoming flu season. Whether you are a practice nurse, community pharmacist, healthcare assistant, pharmacy technician or another healthcare professional involved in delivering seasonal influenza vaccinations, our goal is simple: to provide clear, practical and […]
Flu Vaccination Training: Getting You Ready for the 2026/27 Season

Every year, the seasonal influenza vaccination programme helps protect millions of people across the UK from serious illness while reducing pressure on NHS services during the busy winter months. Although flu vaccination is a familiar part of primary care, no two seasons are ever the same. National guidance evolves, vaccine products are updated, eligible patient […]
Supporting Pupils with Health Conditions and Medication Needs

Part of our Safeguarding and Child Health: Essentials for Every Setting series Why This Matters: Inclusive Support for All Learners Imagine this: A pupil with asthma forgets their inhaler on sports day — would your school know how to support pupils with health conditions safely? Another has diabetes and needs insulin before lunch. A third […]
School Trip Safeguarding: Keeping Children Safe with Policies & Best Practice

School trips are exciting and valuable learning experiences — but they also introduce unique school trip safeguarding risks. From local outings to overseas residentials, schools have a duty to keep every child safe, supported, and supervised throughout. This blog explores what that means in practice, from planning and risk assessments to consent, medical responsibilities, and […]
International Infection Prevention and Control Week

This October we mark International Infection Prevention and Control Week, which runs from 19 to 25 October 2025. It is a simple reminder that the small things we do every day protect patients, colleagues and families. Over the past few years we have all seen how quickly infections can spread and how easily services become […]
Designated Safeguarding Lead: Leading a Culture of Safety
Team Training Benefits: Why Team Learning Matters in Healthcare

Far too often, training in healthcare is treated as an individual checklist. Yet NHS England’s recent strategies emphasise that team training benefits go beyond compliance. They build stronger communication, increase morale, and support a safer patient experience. In primary care and community settings, training as a group aligns with NHS priorities. These include workforce wellbeing, […]
Recognising Child Abuse: Safeguarding Essentials for Every Setting

Throughout this series, we’re exploring the real-world challenges and best practices for anyone working with children — in schools, healthcare, social care, or community settings. These blogs form part of our Safeguarding and Child Health training focus, aimed at helping professionals respond with confidence. Why Safeguarding Training Matters Every professional working with children has a […]
Would Your Staff Know What to Do? Why Safeguarding Training Can’t Wait

Every child deserves a safe environment to grow, learn, and thrive. That’s why safeguarding children training is essential across sectors. Whether in education, healthcare, volunteering, or private business, organisations must ensure that everyone on their team understands how to recognise and respond to potential harm. Why Safeguarding Training is Crucial Children are among society’s most […]
Time to Clean Up Your Act: UK Food Hygiene Regulations

Alright, let’s dive into the nitty-gritty of keeping our kitchens safe and sound here in the UK! We’re talking about the Food Hygiene Regulations 2006 – the rules every food business needs to stick to. Think of them as the golden standards for making sure the food we eat is, well, safe to eat! These […]