Why Get the Winter
COVID-19 Booster?
- COVID-19 can be more serious for older adults and those with certain health conditions.
- Winter Booster strengthens your protection against the virus and helps prevent severe illness.
When and How to Book Your Appointment
You should be offered an appointment between September and November, with those at highest risk being called in first. You will be invited to have your booster around 6 months after your last dose, but you can have it as soon as 3 months.- If you are turning 75 years of age between September and November, you do not have to wait until your birthday, you can attend when you are called for vaccination.
How our Covid booster service works
There are several ways to book your appointment:
Get booked today
Book an appointment for the Covid jab on the NHS online booking system. We do NOT accept calls, or walk-in
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Our pharmacist answer any questions you have before treatment.
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About the Vaccine
You’ll receive a booster dose of a safe and effective Pfizer or Moderna vaccine approved in the UK.- These updated vaccines target recent COVID-19 variants for better protection.
- Experts recommend the specific vaccine used in the program.
Side Effects
As with your previous dose, the common side effects are the same for all COVID-19 vaccines, including the updated vaccines being used this autumn and include
Common side effects are mild and usually go away within a week:
- Pain, tenderness, or swelling at the injection site
- Feeling tired
- Headache
- General aches or mild flu-like symptoms
Paracetamol can help manage these symptoms.
For worsening symptoms, contact NHS 111 by phone or 18001 111 by text.
Report any suspected side effects through the Yellow Card scheme.
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Important Information
In very rare cases, serious side effects may occur. Seek immediate medical advice if you experience chest pain, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat after vaccination.
If you have a severe, acute illness on the day of your appointment, wait until you recover to get vaccinated .
The vaccine reduces your risk of severe illness from COVID-19, but it may take a few days for full protection to develop.
If you haven’t had all your previous vaccinations, you can get them during this campaign. Most people don’t need extra doses to make up for missed vaccinations.
If you have a history of allergies or a previous immediate reaction, inform the vaccinator.
Further Resources
For more information, visit the following resources:
COVID-19 guides for adults, pregnancy, and weakened immune systems
Getting a COVID-19 vaccine NHS.UK
Information leaflet on what to expect after vaccination
Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Authority (MHRA) information on COVID-19 vaccines