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COVID Booster Vaccination

  • COVID-19 is an infectious disease that is caused by a particular type of coronavirus that infects the windpipe and lungs which are part of the respiratory system. There are a range of symptoms of COVID-19 including a new continuous cough, shortness of breath and an aching body. The symptoms are very similar to symptoms of other illnesses including flu and a full list of symptoms is available on the NHS website. COVID-19 often gets better on its own but can lead to serious illness. It is important to get the COVID-19 vaccine ahead of winter if you are eligible to protect yourself.
  • This year, the COVID booster vaccination offer was brought forward based on expert advice following the emergence of the new BA.2.86 COVID-19 variant.
  • If eligible, you are encouraged to come forward as soon as you can due to the risk of the new variant, for the best possible protection. It is important to top up your protection, even if you have had a vaccine or been ill with flu or COVID-19 before, as immunity fades over time and these viruses change each year.
  • For more information on the vaccine visit the Department of Health and Social Care website: Covid autumn booster vaccine 2023: Everything you need to know
  • Anyone eligible can book their Covid vaccinations via theNHS website, by downloading the NHS App, or by calling 119 for free if they can’t get online.