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Written question asked by Lord Colwyn (Conservative) on Monday, 4 October 2021, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 18 October 2021. It was answered by Lord Kamall on Tuesday, 26 October 2021 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Influenza: Vaccination

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government whether all dentists are eligible for free influenza vaccinations.

Answer

Dentists are eligible for a free flu vaccine through occupational health arrangements made by their employer. Flu vaccination is recommended for all frontline healthcare workers who have direct contact with patients and service users. Employers should commission a service which makes access easy for all frontline staff, encourage staff to get vaccinated and monitor the delivery of their programmes.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL2831
Session
2021-22
Subjects
Dentistry Vaccination Influenza
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk