FLU SEASON: HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT YOUR EMPLOYEES
IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN, FLU SEASON
The hats and scarves are out. It’s dark when we get to the office and when we leave it. It’s official, winter is here and with it comes flu season.
This year, it’s difficult not to be hyper aware of flu, especially as it’s the first winter we have faced both flu and COVID-19 whilst in the workplace, and with the news now full of the possible impact of the new Covid variant, Omicron. As flu and COVID-19 have very similar symptoms many businesses are now looking for ways to prevent the spread of both in the workplace.
At The Doctors Clinic Group our goal is to help you and your team be your most happy and healthy. Read this blog for our top tips and tricks for nipping flu in the bud this winter.
FLU VACCINATION:
The flu vaccination is more critical this winter than previous years. After almost two years of various lockdowns and social distancing, our immune systems are weakened. A lot of organisations are now providing on-site vaccination programs for their employees to prevent the spread of flu and the sick leave that follows it.
STAY HOME IF YOU ARE SICK:
Many of us are just getting back into the flow of commuting to work again, however it is important that you encourage and remind your employees that it is better for them to stay at home if they have any signs or symptoms of the flu or Covid. Not only will this help them recover faster, as they get the rest they need, but it will also prevent the spread of flu amongst the rest of your team.
PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE:
By encouraging your team to make healthy lifestyle choices, you can help boost their immune system. Then, even if they do catch the flu, they are better equipped to fight it. You can take steps in the workplace to show your team you care about their health from providing healthy vitamin rich snacks, to having plenty of hand sanitising stations throughout the office.
HOW CAN THE DOCTORS CLINIC GROUP HELP:
- Flu Vouchers: It’s not always possible to attend an on-site vaccination clinic. You can simply take a paper or digital voucher to a local retailer, where a trained nurse or pharmacist will administer the vaccine.
- On-site flu vaccinations: Flu vaccinations at work by fully qualified nurses on a date and time to suit your team.
- Online booking: Easy online booking allows you to book their timeslot in advance. Your appointments will be confirmed directly with you by email and text.
- Wellness content: We provide information about the flu virus that can be shared with you as well as posters about the upcoming flu jab date.
- Aftercare service: We also have a dedicated email for post-vaccination queries and advice.