info@e-zec.co.uk Hub HOME ABOUT US OUR SERVICES NEWS CAREERS YOUR FEEDBACK CONTACT US Flu Vaccination by Ezec Administrator | Nov 16, 2021 | News Supporting our colleagues’ and patients’ health and wellbeing during flu season Experts are predicting that flu levels in the UK will be higher than usual this winter. Covid restrictions, social distancing and the use of facial coverings during the last 18 months reduced exposure so many of us will have lower levels of immunity. Combined with the removal of Covid restrictions, the real risk is that flu will spread more easily. This is a risk that E-zec is hoping to reduce, following the provision of flu vaccinations for all of our colleagues to access. The flu vaccine is one of the most effective ways to reduce the harm that flu can cause and to relieve the pressure it places on our healthcare system each winter. It is all the more important this year because both Covid-19 and flu will be circulating at the same time. As a patient facing service, the risk of contracting and passing on flu is higher for our employees. Many of our service users are vulnerable and at significant risk of further complications. We want to play our part as an organisation in reducing the risk of flu transmission and help keep our colleagues, their families and our service users as safe as we can this winter. Offering a flu vaccine to every one of our colleagues, is absolutely the responsible thing to do, and we’re encouraging all our colleagues to get a flu vaccine. We’ve partnered with Boots to ensure that any of our colleagues who would like a flu vaccine can have one. Whilst having a flu vaccination provides the best protection, having the vaccine is not totally foolproof. We also understand it is very much a personal decision and there will be those who are unable to have the vaccine for medical reasons. So, there are other strategies that we are embracing to reduce the risk of our colleagues picking up or passing on the flu to safeguard their wellbeing and that of our patients’: Regular hands washing and using hand sanitiser frequently Avoiding touching eyes, nose and mouth as much as possible Opening doors and windows if in an enclosed space with other people Strongly encouraging the wearing of face coverings, in enclosed and crowded areas – it is already a requirement to use our service and in all healthcare settings. Covering mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, disposing of tissues in the appropriate way and washing hands afterwards Staying away from work and others if they feel unwell. As a business we take flu, Covid-19 and all other infectious illnesses seriously and commit to do all we can to prevent and reduce the spread of them so we can keep our colleagues, their families and our service users as safe and well as possible. Recent Posts E-zec Medical appoints Craig Smith as Chief Executive Flu Vaccination Shropshire NEPTs Launch E-zec Medical awarded patient transport contract for Shropshire and North Powys Employee Of The Year 2020 Categories New Services News Archives November 2021 October 2021 August 2021 May 2021 January 2021 November 2020 July 2020 June 2020 May 2020 April 2020 March 2020 February 2020 November 2019 October 2019 December 2018 August 2018 June 2018 March 2018 February 2018 November 2017 July 2017 April 2017 February 2017 December 2016 October 2016 August 2016 July 2016 June 2016 May 2016 April 2016 March 2016 February 2016 January 2016 October 2015 June 2015 ABOUT US E-zec is a leading provider of high quality, fully tailored ambulance transport solutions to the NHS and private sector. LATEST NEWS E-zec Medical appoints Craig Smith as Chief Executive Flu Vaccination Shropshire NEPTs Launch ENQUIRIES For our operating locations and Enquires please use the below link. Click here for Contact and Enquires Click here to read our privacy policy Designed by Elegant Themes | Powered by WordPress We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. Cookie Settings Accept All