Covid-19 spring vaccination appointments get under way across Lancaster district

Thousands of Covid-19 spring vaccinations will be given to some of the region's most vulnerable residents from this week as the first bookable appointments get under way in the region.
By Gayle Rouncivell
Published 17th Apr 2023, 12:35 BST
Updated 17th Apr 2023, 12:35 BST
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The spring vaccination programme launched earlier this month, with roving vaccination teams initially taking the latest dose of the Covid-19 vaccine out to people who are housebound and those living in care homes for older adults.

And from this week, people aged 75+ and those with weakened immune systems can attend appointments booked through the National Booking Service or on the NHS app.

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Around 800,000 of those most at risk of becoming ill with Covid-19, including people 75 and over and those with weakened immune systems, are eligible for the spring dose in the region.

You can book your spring booster on the National Booking Service or on the NHS app.You can book your spring booster on the National Booking Service or on the NHS app.
You can book your spring booster on the National Booking Service or on the NHS app.

This latest phase of the NHS Covid-19 vaccination programme is the first time that millions across the country will be sent their initial invitations through the NHS app and use the app to book their appointment, as the NHS continues to expand its technological capabilities. Text messages and letters will also be sent to those without the app or not actively using it.

Dr Linda Charles-Ozuzu, regional director for commissioning and seniorresponsible officer for the Covid-19 vaccination programme at NHS England – North West, said: “The NHS is ensuring that the most vulnerable people in our communities are protected from Covid-19 in the coming months.

“Whilst we have already begun to take the vaccine into care homes, NHS staff and volunteers will also be offering the spring vaccine at more than 300 vaccination sites across the north west from this week, to boost protection.

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“I would urge anyone who is 75 and over, or has a weakened immune system and is eligible for a spring booster dose to book an appointment on the National Booking Service or on the NHS app as soon as they can.”

Those who are invited for a spring booster dose should ensure that their appointment is scheduled at least three months from their last dose.

The last spring vaccination appointments will be offered on June 30.

For more information about the spring vaccine, visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/covid-19/covid-19-vaccination/

You can book your spring booster on the National Booking Service or on the NHS app.

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