Get a Jab, Give a Jab, Save Lives – Still time to get protected ahead of the festive period
Do remember, every single member of our Team BWC, both clinical and non-clinical, can still get protected against flu this winter by having their free vaccinations. By doing so, you'll not only protect yourself against the virus but also our colleagues, family, friends and the patients and families we care for.
Sadly, cases of the flu have surged recently and we're seeing more women, children and families with the virus. Admissions are also higher than in previous years.
If you've not taken the opportunity already, now is the time to get protected ahead of the festive period. One unwanted gift no one wants this Christmas is the flu. Your vaccination remains the best protection against catching the virus and possible spread to patients.
All the information you need to get protected can be found below.
Like other NHS Trusts, we're offering flu vaccinations only this year — not COVID-19. Find out more about the reasons behind that decision on the Gov.uk website.
Don't forget, thanks to the kind support of our Charity, our Get a Jab, Give a Jab, Save Lives campaign means when you get protected by having your flu jab, a donation to UNICEF will be made on your behalf to help them give lifesaving vaccinations to children in some of the most difficult-to-reach and at-risk communities in the world.
Over the last two years, the total sum we have given to UNICEF has helped protect more than 115,000 children against diphtheria, tetanus and whooping cough for life.
Have you got a question? Check out our flu FAQs and answers to help debunk some myths.
How to get your free protection
Children's Hospital
If you're on a ward, speak with your manager in the first instance to arrange your vaccination.
Alternatively, our team of vaccinators will be roving across the site visiting wards and departments.
Vaccinations are also available via our Hospital Operations Centre (HOC), which is located on the main site, ground floor corridor, near to the lifts/stairs to/from our Restaurant and Education Centre, 24/7 every day.
For further information please email Kelly Robinson.
Women's Hospital
If you're on a ward, speak with your manager in the first instance to arrange your vaccination.
Members of our Vaccination team will also rove the site, visiting wards and departments.
Please email Kookie Salt for further information.
Parkview Clinic
Our dedicated Vaccination team will rove our site. Bespoke drop-in clinics will also be offered. Times, dates and details will be communicated locally in advance.
Emily Butler, our site Vaccination Lead, can be contacted if you require any information.
Attending an appointment – what happens?
Please bring your Trust ID. It also helps our vaccinators if you bring your employee number and NHS number with you. You can find your BWC employee number on your pay slip or ESR.
Your NHS number is 10 digits long and can be found on your NHS app or on any letter from the NHS, like a prescription or appointment letter.
If you can't find these, please don't let this put you off coming to get yourself protected. Our team will be able to find your details on our system.