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Post by Homer »

Would have been a better idea to offer this jab in September for all posties who do not get it free and wanted it, we were warned about this flu in summer but as usual RM don't want to put there hand in their pocket and pay, we cant even get hand sanitizers, most us usually catch it from someone at work. :arrrghhh
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jd9442 wrote:
Yes who doesn’t use natural news.com for all their facts
:Applause
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we all used to get a flu jag years ago in house doctor would come round and give shots to everyone who requested one
reason it stopped money before health
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SWIM wrote:
jd9442 wrote:
Yes who doesn’t use natural news.com for all their facts
you get your vaccine like a good little sheeple. :Applause

I suppose you are a Flat Earther as well SWIM? Don't be so open minded about conspiracy theories that your brain falls out.
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I wonder if you would disciplined by RM if you don't get the jab and them go off with flu!? Wouldn't put it pass them..
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Post by thekiddykid »

FAB wrote:I wonder if you would disciplined by RM if you don't get the jab and them go off with flu!? Wouldn't put it pass them..
Or even worse.... you have the jab and still get the lurgy :shock: It happened to my 78yr old aunt last year :sad:
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Post by clashcityrocker »

The flu jab protects you against a few strains of flu - not all of them.
It isn't 100% effective.

As an asthmatic I have the flu jab every year and I think it is wonderful.
If you can get it for free it is well worth the money.
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k979aaa wrote:Wonder if the CWU has an inoculation program for piss poor management probably a jab up the backside by a big boot would cure many problems!
No they haven't as it has just been revealed that there hasn't been a boot designed big enough to do the job
and there most likely never will be. :hmmmm
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Post by Mobey »

The NHS will be stopping sick pay from this winter at the end of the year for the first 3 days for staff who don't have the flu jab!

Whatever happened to free choice?
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Surely it would be better for the flu vaccination stocks be used for those who need it, e.g. elderly, those with asthma etc than every opg in the country getting a flu jab?
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Post by daveyeff »

greengiant wrote:
SWIM wrote:
jd9442 wrote:
Yes who doesn’t use natural news.com for all their facts
you get your vaccine like a good little sheeple. :Applause

I suppose you are a Flat Earther as well SWIM? Don't be so open minded about conspiracy theories that your brain falls out.
you mean the earth is ROUND?!! :Very Happy
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daveyeff wrote:you mean the earth is ROUND?!! :Very Happy
There is still a great deal of controversy surrounding the shape of the earth, some scientists believe that since there is a depression at the north pole and a bulge at the south pole the best description is pear shaped. The most popular description though is an ellipsoid of revolution which I like because it sounds cool.
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gunho wrote:I bet some people think the royal family are lizards and the twin towers was done by the American government, flu jab saves lives
The Royal Family are lizards.
How else did the queen mum last so long, Prince Racist and the Queen are all over the three score and ten.
Oh and Atos are govement backed assassins and speak with forked tongues.
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Post by Celgar »

The twin towers and other attacks on that same day were a bit suspect though. At the very least there was probably bad construction design of the towers. The Pentagon one as well where the plane was almost on the ground before it impacted the wall. Bit off topic . Sorry. :oops:
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Added to 1st post as well...

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Flu jab reimbursement programme

There has been an unprecedented rise in the number of flu cases. The deadly strain, dubbed ‘Aussie flu’ (Japanese flu is also an issue), is having a significant impact on the NHS.

In order to help colleagues and reduce pressure on the NHS, we will reimburse anyone who wishes to have a flu jab at a registered pharmaceutical outlet, for this winter period.

What you need to do

Visit a registered pharmaceutical outlet offering a flu jab, such as Boots, Asda and LloydsPharmacy, to name a few. You must get a valid receipt (up to a maximum of £13) and give this to your manager. They will process this and it will be refunded into your bank account
You are eligible for reimbursement of flu jab costs from 13 January 2018, providing you have a valid receipt
Please see your GP if symptoms don’t improve after seven days.
We will continue to monitor the situation closely and offer further advice when required.

Tips to help reduce the risk of flu

Wash your hands regularly with soap and warm water
Regularly clean surfaces such as your computer keyboard, telephone and door handles to get rid of germs
Use tissues to cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze
Use a bin to dispose of your used tissues as soon as possible.
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