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Vaccine Bus Hits Hospitals for Flu & COVID Shots
21 Nov
Summary
- Vaccination bus to offer flu and COVID-19 jabs at two hospitals.
- Clinic aims to make vaccinations accessible for staff and patients.
- On-site service removes barriers to accessing GP or pharmacy.
A dedicated vaccination bus has been deployed to provide essential flu and COVID-19 immunizations directly at Walsall Manor Hospital and New Cross Hospital. Positioned strategically outside the pathology and emergency departments respectively, the bus aims to significantly improve vaccine accessibility for a wide range of individuals.
This mobile clinic is a proactive effort by NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board and the Royal Wolverhampton and Walsall Healthcare NHS Trusts to safeguard staff, patients, and the local community. Recognizing that visiting a GP practice or pharmacy can be challenging for many, the roving vehicle brings vital vaccines to convenient hospital locations.
Health officials urge all eligible Black Country residents to utilize this service. Receiving the vaccines offers protection, leading to milder symptoms and faster recovery should one contract the flu or COVID-19 virus. The initiative emphasizes making preventative healthcare as straightforward as possible during the winter season.
