Only a third of flu vaccines effective in the UK

The video discusses the impact of flu strains, particularly H3N2 and B Yamagata, on the NHS. It highlights the moderate effectiveness of the current vaccine and the resulting strain on hospitals and GP practices. The Francis Crick Institute is working on next year's vaccine. Hospital admissions have increased, with some hospitals declaring high alert levels. Despite the challenges, winter planning shows some positive outcomes.

What is the effectiveness of the vaccine against the H3N2 virus?

• Moderately effective

• Completely effective

• Highly effective

• Not effective at all

What is the main reason for the increased pressure on GPs at the start of the year?

• A new strain of flu

• An increase in routine check-ups

• A surge in flu cases

• A shortage of vaccines

What is the role of the Francis Crick Institute in combating the flu?

• Providing flu vaccines to the public

• Incubating the flu virus for vaccine research

• Training healthcare professionals

• Developing a new flu strain

What percentage of hospital trusts declared the highest levels of alert due to flu?

• 10%

• 20%

• 40%

• 30%

What improvement was noted in hospital alerts compared to the previous year?

• More hospitals on black alert

• Fewer hospitals on black alert

• Increased number of flu cases

• No change in alert levels