GPs fear 'missed opportunity' to maximise flu jab uptake as tough winter looms

GPs fear limits on when eligible patients can be offered flu jabs could mean a ‘missed opportunity’ to drive high uptake ahead of what could be a challenging flu season this year.

by Nick Bostock

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