Message from Public Health Agency
In autumn 2023 we will again be offering the influenza (flu) vaccine to all children in P1 to P7.
Model PS vaccine day is MONDAY 6TH NOVEMBER.
The aim of the annual school-based flu vaccination programme is to protect children against flu, prevent children from spreading flu to their families or in the wider community and to reduce their time off school due to sickness. Given that the spread of flu occurs more frequently amongst children, the programme should also help to protect staff working within schools. High uptake of the seasonal flu vaccine in those eligible to receive it is very important. The school flu vaccination programme in Northern Ireland can significantly impact the spread of influenza circulating in the population.
A regional video has been developed to raise awareness of the importance of the flu vaccine and encourage parents to consent to their children being immunised.
https://vimeo.com/452145182
