Influenza (Hansard, 31 October 1994)

HC Deb 31 October 1994 vol 248 c900W 900W

§ Ms Primarolo
To ask the Secretary of State for Health how many working days on average are lost annually because of influenza.

§ Mr. Sackville
This information is not collected by the Department.

§ Ms Primarolo
To ask the Secretary of State for Health what is the cost to the national health service of each influenza vaccination.

§ Mr. Sackville
The basic cost of a pre-filled syringe of influenza vaccine is approximately £5.10. Reimbursement and remuneration for the general practitioner is about £1.00 per patient; this payment forms part of the general practitioner's total payment for providing general medical services.