Vaccination Handling (Flu and COVID)
π 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.
π§ 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
π What To Record
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Field | Purpose |
| Last Influenza Vaccination Date | To check QOF/LES eligibility and compliance |
| Influenza Vaccination Declined | Captures exception reporting if patient refuses |
| Flu Verbal Invite Given | Record if verbal offer made (important for LES claims) |
| COVID-19 Vaccination Status | Drop-down or text field to record latest dose and type |
| Vaccinated Under PSD | Required where Patient Specific Direction is used |
| Contraindications or Exemptions | For patients unable to receive the vaccine |
π£ Some of these fields may be required for local LES payment or seasonal vaccination programme reporting.
π Alerts That May Show
Flu Vaccination Overdue β shown if current season vaccine not yet given
Flu Vaccination Confirmed β auto-hides overdue warning if completed
COVID Vaccination Missing or Outdated β if appropriate based on eligibility
π Reference Links
π¬ Suggested Questions to Ask
βHave you had your flu jab this season?β
βWhen was your last COVID booster?β
βWould you like us to offer the vaccine today or book you in?β
Accurate documentation of vaccinations helps meet contract requirements, reduce avoidable exacerbations, and deliver proactive seasonal protection for asthma patients.
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