Countdown for Covid-19 spring vaccination begins as offer ends in less than four weeks
The NHS is encouraging people to come forward for their spring booster ahead of the seasonal campaign coming to a close at the end of this month.
The NHS Covid-19 Vaccination Programme in our health region of Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, and Berkshire West (BOB) has provided more than134,000 people with a spring booster to date, which is over 64% of all those eligible.
Friday 30 June is also the last chance for those yet to have their first or second COVID-19 vaccine dose to come forward. After this, the NHS is moving to a targeted seasonal offer for those at increased risk, like the regular flu vaccine.
There are approximately 45,500 appointments available over the next four weeks, at hundreds of sites across BOB, making it easier than ever to get protected.
The campaign kicked off on 3 April in adult care homes and roving NHS teams have now vaccinated more than 5,470 care home residents locally.
Others eligible for a spring dose have been vaccinated since 17 April.
More than 207,150 people in BOB are eligible in line with advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI), which includes people aged 75 and over, people aged five and over with weakened immune systems and older adult care home residents.
Rachael Corser, the Chief Nursing Officer for BOB Integrated Care Board said “It’s great news that more than half of all those eligible have topped up their protection against Covid with a spring vaccination in our health region. However, there is still time for others to come forward between now and the end of the month.
She added: “If you or a loved one have been offered the jab but are yet to have it done, then please do book an appointment online at nhs.uk or call 119 free. You can also visit the BOB website to find local walk-in clinics bit.ly/bobspringboosters, or download the NHS App.”
Anyone who believes they should be eligible for a vaccine but does not get invited can check online. Alternatively, they can self-declare via the National Booking Service and then speak to a clinician on site.