Vaccination Handling (Flu and COVID)

Vaccination Handling (Flu and COVID)

πŸ’‰ Vaccination Handling (Flu and COVID)

This shared component allows documentation of influenza and COVID-19 vaccination status, alerts for overdue vaccines, and confirmation of recent doses. 


🧭 When Will I See This?

This section appears:

  • If a patient is eligible for flu/COVID vaccination

  • If the vaccine is either overdue or already recorded

  • During asthma reviews, vaccination campaigns, or care home visits


πŸ“‹ What To Record



Field
Purpose
Last Influenza Vaccination DateTo check QOF/LES eligibility and compliance
Influenza Vaccination DeclinedCaptures exception reporting if patient refuses
Flu Verbal Invite GivenRecord if verbal offer made (important for LES claims)
COVID-19 Vaccination StatusDrop-down or text field to record latest dose and type
Vaccinated Under PSDRequired where Patient Specific Direction is used
Contraindications or ExemptionsFor patients unable to receive the vaccine

🟣 Some of these fields may be required for local LES payment or seasonal vaccination programme reporting.


πŸ”” Alerts That May Show

  • Flu Vaccination Overdue – shown if current season vaccine not yet given

  • Flu Vaccination Confirmed – auto-hides overdue warning if completed

  • COVID Vaccination Missing or Outdated – if appropriate based on eligibility


πŸ“˜ Reference Links


πŸ’¬ Suggested Questions to Ask

  • β€œHave you had your flu jab this season?”

  • β€œWhen was your last COVID booster?”

  • β€œWould you like us to offer the vaccine today or book you in?”


Accurate documentation of vaccinations helps meet contract requirements, reduce avoidable exacerbations, and deliver proactive seasonal protection for asthma patients.