NHS COVID Vaccination
COVID-19 is a respiratory illness primarily transmitted through respiratory droplets, aerosols, and direct contact with infected individuals. The symptoms of COVID-19 can vary, but common signs include:
- A high temperature or chills
- A new, continuous cough (coughing for more than an hour or having three or more coughing episodes in 24 hours)
- A sore throat
- Loss or change in sense of smell or taste
Most people will recover from the initial symptoms within a few days to weeks, with a full recovery usually happening within 12 weeks. However, some individuals may experience prolonged symptoms or become more seriously ill.
While the protection from vaccines may decrease over time, booster doses are available to enhance your immune system's response and offer ongoing protection against COVID-19. A booster shot can help prevent severe illness and reduce the risk of hospitalization if you contract the virus.
For the latest information, please visit the NHS website.
Who Is Eligible for the NHS COVID-19 Vaccination?
The NHS may reach out to those eligible for a seasonal COVID-19 vaccination. You may be offered the vaccine if you are:
- Aged 75 years or older *age criteria changes each vaccination season as per vaccination committee advise
- 6 months or older and immunosuppressed
- A resident in a care home for older adults
For those not eligible for the NHS vaccination, we offer a private vaccination service for adults and children aged 12 and over. This service is ideal for those who wish to boost their protection against COVID-19. Eligibility changes each year as per JCVI recommendations.
