Experts are warning that a severe influenza wave is on the way – especially given that many places have now loosened coronavirus-related rules and regulations. As a result, the risk of transmission is higher and influenza can easily be passed on. Since symptoms of the flu and coronavirus can be quite similar, a definitive diagnosis is important. A combi-test can quickly determine whether someone is infected with influenza or coronavirus – or indeed both. With the NADAL COVID-19 antigen/influenza combination test from the Germany-based med-tech company nal von minden, a…
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Children’s flu vaccinations in 9 boroughs of London benefit from online system to encourage greater uptake of immunisations ahead of the predicted surge in winter viruses this autumn
11th August 2021 – Hounslow and Richmond Community Healthcare NHS Trust is working with software provider RIVIAM Digital Care to transform the children’s immunisation process with an online system for parents to give permission, immunisation teams to manage consents and a mobile app to help nurses during clinics. This will be ready for the national Flu immunisations programme this autumn which will be extended to include all children from Reception to Year 11. The aim is to encourage uptake of the Flu vaccination at a time when the NHS is…
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