NHS sends out ‘flu jab SOS’ as new cases soar

THE NHS has issued a “flu jab SOS” after cases soared to triple the levels at this time last year.

- BY HANNA GEISSLER Health Editor

England's top nurse urged anyone eligible for a free dose to come forward now, with only weeks to go before the season is due to peak.

Some 2.4 million vaccination slots are available next week - enough to help protect the population of Greater Manchester.

Yesterday Duncan Burton, chief nursing officer for England, said: “With just weeks left to ensure best protection against the worst of the flu season, we are issuing an urgent SOS to the eligible people who have yet to get jabbed this year.