ASC IPC and Flu Awareness Update

Dear Adult Social Care Colleagues

Following on from DHSC communication of 12 December (IPC Winter 2025 Letter to Adult Social Care Sector), please see update blogs below from Sally Warren, DHSC ASC Director General and Deb Sturdy, DHSC Chief Nurse for ASC. 

A blog post from Deb Sturdy, DHSC chief nurse for adult social care

Let’s Talk About the Flu Vaccine — Why It Matters More Than Ever – Social care

The blog emphasises the critical importance of getting the flu vaccine this winter, especially as flu is circulating earlier than usual. It highlights that vaccination is a simple and effective protective measure and can help to reduce pressure on health and social care services during a busy season.

A new video message from Sally Warren, DHSC ASC Director General, and Deb Sturdy (posted on X)

Deborah Sturdy’s X post – ASC IPC and flu awareness

The message thanks adult social care staff for their dedication and stresses the importance of infection prevention during winter, when illnesses like flu, COVID-19 and norovirus spread easily. It explains that those receiving care are at higher risk and highlights the vital role staff play in protecting them, as well as themselves and their families.

Kind regards

DHSC