The government has announced plans for an autumn booster vaccinegiven first to those most at risk, as well as to the front lines Health and social workers and carers.
This winter, the NHS expects many respiratory infections, including but not limited to COVID-19 and flu, will prevail.
Because this can exert pressure hospitals and healthcare, the fall booster is being rolled out to reduce severe infections from Covid-19.
The booster may also provide some protection against mild Omicron infection, but this protection is not expected to last long.
Who is eligible for the Covid booster fall vaccination?
People 50 and older, residents of retirement homes, people five years and older in a clinical risk group and health and social workers will be offered a booster vaccine this fall.
The fall booster is being offered to people in Covid-19 risk groups who probably haven’t had a vaccine for a few months.
How to book the Covid booster vaccine?
You should get an appointment between September and December, in which the risk group will be called first. You should get your booster at least three months after your last dose of vaccine.
Appointments can also be booked via the National Booking Service soon. If you have received an appointment and need to reschedule it, you can also do that via same link.
If you qualify for a flu vaccine, you may be able to get both vaccines at the same time, but the government is urging people not to delay their Covid vaccine before their flu shot appointment. If you are offered the booster, you are advised to attend the first appointment offered as much as possible.
How do you find walk-in centers for Covid vaccines near you?
If you qualify for the fall booster, you can also go to a drop-in center to get your vaccine.
Enter your zip code this tool to find the nearest vaccine centers to you.