Half a million Covid booster jabs given in Hampshire
It's part of the autumn vaccine programme
Health bosses in Hampshire have praised staff and volunteers involved in the Covid booster programme.
Half a million jabs have been given in the county so far.
It's for those aged 50 and over, along with carers, pregnant women and people with underlying health conditions.
Dr Matt Nisbet, GP and Clinical Lead for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight COVID-19 Vaccination Programme, said: “We are delighted to have passed the milestone of giving half a million autumn boosters in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight and on behalf of all of us involved in the programme, would like to thank everyone who’s come forward. Despite this great achievement, we know there is still more to be done and time is running out for people to book in for this booster dose.
“Getting boosted means you are reducing your risk of getting seriously unwell from the virus and we know vaccination can save lives. There are appointments available across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight and while some people experience mild side effects after getting vaccinated, getting it done now means you are protected ahead of winter and the festive period.
“We know from uptake so far that our communities want to protect not only themselves, but their loved ones too. If you are yet to get vaccinated, please don’t delay as the booster programme is due to finish in December and we want to help keep people safe.”
Anyone eligible who has not yet taken up the offer of a first, second or booster dose is strongly encouraged to do so as soon as possible to ensure they are protected.
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