Be Wise. Immunise against COVID-19
This spring, the NHS is offering a free COVID-19 vaccine to people most vulnerable and at the highest risk of getting seriously unwell if they catch the virus.
Who can get a vaccine?
The criteria from Spring has changed slightly from the Autumn boosters. Here’s who is eligible:
- Adults over 75 (or turning 75 by 30th June 2024)
- Residents in a care home for older adults.
- Anyone aged 6 months and older with a weakened immune system.
The full details, including the criteria for immunosuppressed people, are on the UK Health Security Agency website.
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Why get another vaccine?
Getting vaccinated is the safest and best way to protect yourself against catching COVID-19 this spring.
Even if you had a booster vaccine last Autumn or Winter, getting another dose is important to keep you protected.
COVID-19 vaccines are most effective in the first three months. They don’t stop working, but their effectiveness does begin to fade.
Book your Spring COVID-19 Vaccine
There are many ways to get your Spring vaccine, but the quickest and easiest way is to book online.
Here are all your options:
- Book on the NHS website
- Call 119 to book over the phone. Calls are free.
- Find a walk in centre.
- Use textphone 18001 or the NHS 119 British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter service if you have difficulties communicating or hearing, or if you are a BSL user.