Get Your Covid and Flu Vaccinations Today to Combat Tripledemic Threats
Vaccination Availability
Covid and flu vaccinations are available starting today, with millions urged to get their free jabs amidst concerns of a potential 'tripledemic' affecting the NHS. To book your vaccination, you can use the NHS website, app, or call 119.
Who is Eligible?
- Those aged 65 and over
- Individuals aged 18 to under 65 in clinical risk groups
- Children aged 6 months to 18 years in clinical risk
- Residents of long-stay care homes
- Carers of elderly or disabled
- Close contacts of immunocompromised individuals
- Frontline social care workers
Autumn Covid Boosters
Eligible individuals for the autumn Covid booster include:
- Residents in care homes for older adults
- All adults aged 65 years and over
- Children aged 2 or 3 years by 31 August 2024
- Primary school-aged children from Reception to Year 6 from 1 September
Why Vaccination is Important
Vaccination against flu and Covid-19 is crucial to protect the vulnerable population. These vaccinations can be life-saving, particularly for older adults and young children. It’s vital that everyone eligible comes forward for vaccination to help keep the NHS from becoming overwhelmed this winter.
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