Vaccination Bus Brings Flu and COVID-19 Shots Directly to Hospital Staff & Public
wolverhampton & Walsall, UK – Residents of the Black Country will have increased access to vital flu and COVID-19 vaccinations thanks to a new mobile clinic initiative launched by the NHS. A vaccination bus will be stationed outside the pathology department at Walsall Manor Hospital and the emergency department at New Cross Hospital, offering convenient access to both vaccines.
The initiative aims to remove barriers to vaccination, recognizing that not everyone can easily reach a GP practice or pharmacy. “For lots of different reasons, we recognize it may not always be easy for peopel to get to a GP practice or pharmacy for their vaccination,” explained Caroline Whyte, deputy chief nursing officer at The Royal Wolverhampton and Walsall Healthcare NHS Trusts. “To make sure they don’t miss out, this roving vehicle will bring the flu and COVID vaccines to our two main hospital sites.”
Sally Roberts, chief nursing officer and deputy chief executive officer for the NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board, emphasized the importance of the program. “As part of our efforts to protect staff, patients and residents, we are making getting vaccinated as accessible as possible,” she said. “This clinic is designed to offer a welcoming, convenient space where eligible people can get vaccinated against flu and COVID-19 to protect themselves and their loved ones this winter.”
Health officials urge eligible Black Country residents to take advantage of the opportunity, noting that vaccination leads to milder symptoms and faster recovery times should they contract either virus. “Getting the vaccine means milder symptoms and a quicker recovery if you catch the COVID or flu virus, so I would urge every Black Country resident who is eligible to make sure they have it,” Whyte added.
