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This blog provides practitioners with information on the Hepatitis B selective neonatal immunisation pathway, DBS testing at 12 months and useful resources. The introduction of the hexavalent vaccine, as part of the universal childhood immunisation programme in 2017, provided an opportunity for collaborative working by the infectious diseases in pregnancy screening programme and national immunisation […]
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Training Requirements and Employer Responsibilities Healthcare Support Workers (HCSW’s) are integral to the success of immunisation programmes, especially in meeting the growing demand for vaccines. However, their expanded responsibilities must align with proper training, competency, and governance. This blog focuses on the essential training requirements for HCSWs and the employer’s role in ensuring patient safety
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The Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a major cause of severe respiratory infections, especially in infants, older adults, and immunocompromised individuals. To learn more about RSV and the importance of the vaccine, view the video below. With the recent introduction of the RSV vaccine into immunisation programmes, concerns have recently emerged regarding rare side effects,
Vaccine hesitancy has been a topic of increasing concern in recent years, but let’s be honest—most of us know someone who feels uncertain or worried about vaccines. The truth is these concerns don’t come from a place of malice or ignorance, but often stem from fear, confusion, or misinformation. So how can we help bridge
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