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Options for GP practices providing influenza vaccination to staff

7 July 2025GPs can vaccinate staff using PSDs, written instructions, or via OHS or community pharmacies. Considerations for using each mechanism are explained.

Seasonal influenza vaccination and occupational health services

7 July 2025Advice on medicines mechanisms for the administration of influenza vaccinations to healthcare staff.

Influenza vaccine written instruction templates for adoption

2 July 2025Two influenza written instruction templates are published annually; one for NHS bodies and Local Authorities and one for independent/other providers.

Using vaccines during breastfeeding

26 October 2023All vaccinations, including live vaccines, can be given during breastfeeding. The only exception is yellow fever vaccine which is not recommended.

Using intramuscular injections in people on oral anticoagulants

20 September 2023Advice on risks related to use of small volume (less than 3mL) intramuscular (IM) injections in people on oral anticoagulants (for example, DOACs, warfarin)