Netting vaccines can save lives

Doncaster Rovers have got behind the NHS’ flu vaccination campaign, making themselves top of the division when it comes to having the flu jab.

Besides the football club, Club Doncaster Foundation, which works with the community, also saw many of it’s staff and members having the vaccination recently.

Nurses from Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDASH) headed to Eco-Power Stadium to give the vaccinations, which could save lives.

Gavin Baldwin, Chief Executive of Doncaster Rovers said:

“We are delighted to support this important campaign and we are working through our Foundation to increase awareness of how easy it is to protect yourself and your family members during the winter.”

Steve Forsyth, Chief Nurse at RDaSH, added:

“Having the flu vaccination is something we can all do to protect ourselves and everyone around us from a very serious virus.”

Doncaster residents can get the free NHS flu vaccine if they:

• are aged 65 or over (including those who will be aged 65 by 31 March 2026)
• have certain long-term health conditions
• are pregnant
• live in a care home
• are the main carer for an older or disabled person, or receive a carer’s allowance
• live with someone who has a weakened immune system

Frontline health and social care workers can also get a flu vaccine through their employer.

Roshanne Bottomley, Nurse Director at RDaSH, added:

“Through receiving the flu vaccine, we can protect ourselves and those who we care for. Offering the flu vaccine to those who are carers, including those who are unpaid carers or live with someone who has a compromised immune system is vital in preventing the spread of flu.

“It was a privilege to be invited to build on our community networks to support the roll out of the flu campaign into our communities, vaccinating those who are clinically vulnerable or care for someone else.

“The flu vaccine is the best protection we have against flu, so don’t delay, get yours today!”

Published: November 26, 2025