Date published: 28 July 2021
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust is developing an electronic consent process for school based immunisations across Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley and St Helens.
We know from other immunisation providers who have implemented E-consent across the country that there are many additional benefits. E-consent is environmentally friendly and will provide greater reassurance with regards to infection control measures whilst in this pandemic.
Electronic consents will be implemented for our forthcoming flu campaign from September onwards. The nasal flu spray will be offered to all children and young people from reception to Year 11.
Families will receive a link from their child’s school by email or text message and will be asked to complete the consent form online. We do have other resources available for anyone who cannot access online facilities. Parents/carers can contact the service on the numbers below to receive further support and give their consent.
On receipt of this link, please complete for your child even if you do not want them to receive this immunisation. We can then update their records accordingly and avoid you receiving any further follow up letters or phone calls from our service.
It will be resent out in September, please ensure your preferred email address and mobile number is up to date with school.
The children's flu vaccine is safe and effective. It's offered every year as a nasal spray to children to help protect them against flu. Flu is caused by a virus. It can be a very unpleasant illness for children. It can also lead to serious problems, such as bronchitis and pneumonia. Children spread flu easily. Vaccinating them also protects others who are vulnerable to flu, such as babies and older people.
Any problems please contact your local immunisation teams:
- Liverpool: 0151 295 3833
- Sefton: 0151 247 6130
- Knowsley: 0151 676 5141
- St Helens: 01744 624 353