Covid 19 Booster Vaccine

Bookings are now open for Autumn 2024 Covid booster doses.

COVID-19 Booster Campaign

NIAC have recommended the following patient groups for a COVID-19 Autumn booster:

• Those aged 60 or older.
• Those aged 6 months - 59 years with immunocompromise associated with a suboptimal response to vaccination.
• Those aged 6 months - 59 years with medical conditions associated with a higher risk of COVID-19 hospitalisation, severe disease or death.
• Those aged 18 - 59 years living in long-term care facilities for older adults.
• Health and care workers.

Note: *For pregnant adolescents and adults, a COVID-19 vaccine once in pregnancy is recommended if it is more than 6 months since their previous COVID-19 vaccine or infection. COVID-19 vaccine can be given at any stage in pregnancy, ideally given between 20 - 34 weeks' gestation.

Further, NIAC has advised that for those aged 18 - 59 years who are healthy, a COVID-19 vaccine is not routinely recommended this autumn, however access to a COVID-19 vaccine should be available for those who, following discussion of their reasons with a health care provider (eg GP, Pharmacist or Vaccination centre), request vaccination.

Recommended Intervals between Doses:

The recommended interval between the Autumn 2024 Covid 19 booster vaccine and previous booster should be six months.

 Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I get a Booster Vaccination While Pregnant?

• If you have never had a COVID-19 booster, you can get a booster at any stage in your pregnancy.
• Wait 4 months after your last COVID-19 vaccine or COVID-19 infection.

If you had a booster before this pregnancy

• You can get a COVID-19 booster once in this pregnancy. Wait 6 months after your last COVID-19 vaccine or booster.
• The best time to get your booster dose is between 20 and 34 weeks. But you can get it at any stage of pregnancy.
• If it has been more than 12 months since you had a COVID-19 vaccine or infection, you may be offered a booster dose earlier in your pregnancy.

How soon will I be protected against Covid?

• The Covid vaccine starts to work within 2 weeks. Please note that you may still contract this virus despite being vaccinated however your symptoms are likely to be mild 

How much does the vaccine cost?

• The COVID vaccine is free of charge

 How do I book my COVID vaccine appointment?

• Visit our website to book your vaccine with your chosen store. Once you make your booking you will receive a booking confirmation via email and text. We offer the COVID vaccine in select stores.