Protecting your business is protecting New Zealand
Habit Health
Supporting people in their communities to optimise health and live their best life.
As the world continues to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, it's easy to forget that there are other illnesses that pose a real threat to public health. Each year, the flu results in countless missed workdays, and hospitalisations. New Zealand businesses can do their bit in stopping the spread of influenza by providing their staff with flu vaccinations.
According to a 2019 survey by Southern Cross Health Society, 48% of New Zealanders reported getting sick at work. This statistic highlights the need for businesses to take preventative measures to reduce the spread of illness in the workplace. By providing your team with flu vaccinations, you can not only protect them but also prevent the spread of the virus to customers and clients.
One thing you might not have considered is the potential impact of the flu on employees who live with immune-compromised family members. For these individuals, contracting the flu can have serious consequences. By providing flu vaccinations to your team, you can help protect not only your employees but also their families. Your team can't do their best at work when their loved ones aren't well so it's a win-win.
New Zealand businesses also have an essential role to play in promoting public health. By providing flu vaccinations to your staff, you can help reduce the burden on the healthcare system and contribute to the overall health of the community. According to a 2020 report by the New Zealand Medical Association, there is a shortage of doctors and nurses across the country, with many regions struggling to recruit and retain healthcare professionals. This shortage will only be exacerbated when influenza cases peak over winter so doing your bit to ease the pressure has never been more important.
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Our in-work vaccination programme is the simplest way to protect your business from influenza. We'll send a qualified nurse to conveniently vaccinate your team on-site. We've found that convenience has a huge impact on the uptake of vaccinations so doing it like this means more of your team will be protected.
Alternatively, we can see your team in our clinics nationwide.