Northumbria NHS staff receive over 800 flu jabs in 24-hour vaccination drive
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust successfully vaccinated more than 800 members of staff during a recent festival-themed ‘jabathon’.
The event saw vaccination teams working round the clock across a full 24 hours to make it as easy as possible for staff on all shifts to receive their flu vaccination.
From frontline clinical teams to support staff, colleagues took advantage of the extended access, demonstrating a strong commitment to keeping themselves and those they care for safe.
The jabathon is part of the trust’s ongoing efforts to improve staff wellbeing and reduce the impact of seasonal flu across its hospitals and community services.
Every staff member vaccinated is another layer of protection for vulnerable patients, loved ones and the communities the trust serves, helping reduce the spread of flu within the healthcare setting and beyond.
Danielle Robinson, immunisation lead, said: “FluFest 2026 has set a new benchmark for our vaccination campaign.
"Delivering 859 vaccinations in a single 24-hour period, significantly exceeding activity achieved during the opening days of previous campaigns, demonstrates what can be achieved through innovation, collaboration, and a relentless focus on accessibility.
“We hope this will become a flagship event in our annual calendar as we continue to support and protect our workforce.
“Having the flu vaccine is not just about protecting yourself; it’s about protecting everyone within the community. Together, this small action of getting vaccinated can reduce the spread of flu, keeping people well this winter.”
As winter approaches, Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is continuing to encourage all in the wider community who are eligible to have their free flu vaccine.