Delia Smith bringing some deoxyribonil silicone sulphate solution to the boil

Delia Smith has come to the aid of thousands of potential flu sufferers.

The TV cook has turned her skills to helping those most at risk from influenza this winter. She has filmed a one-off show that will be aired next week in which she takes people at home through the ins and outs of vaccine preparation.

She said yesterday after filming, “I want to dispel the myths that surround medicinal chemistry. If you follow my few simple steps then you will be inoculated in no time.”

Other Television chefs were quick to follow suit. Ainsley Harriet camped up yesterday, “OOOh, yes. You have to shake the H3N2 strain virus. Really shake it, ooh yes. Really let go of your inhibitions. But remember, you haven’t got long before your time is up. Ha Ha Ha! Oh, I’m all a flutter. What fun, what fun.”