COVID-19 Vaccination

COVID-19 is serious at anytime of the year, especially for those who are most vulnerable.
For this group it is recomended that you have two vaccinations a year - one every six months for the best protection. The COVID-19 vaccines are offered regularly because viruses change and protection fades over time. It's important to top up your protection if you're eligible.

Getting the COVID-19 vaccine can:

• help reduce your risk of getting severe symptoms
• help you recover more quickly if you catch COVID-19
• help reduce your risk of having to go to hospital or dying from COVID-19
• protect against different types of COVID-19 virus

Who should have the COVID-19 vaccine

You can get a COVID-19 vaccine if you:

• are aged 75 or over (including those who will be 75 by 17 June 2025)
• are aged 6 months to 74 years and have a weakened immune system because of a health condition or treatment
• live in a care home for older adults

How to get the COVID-19 vaccine

This spring COVID-19 vaccination offer is free for those eligible and runs from Tuesday 1 April to Tuesday 17 June 2025.

If you're eligible for the spring COVID-19 vaccine, you can book a COVID-19 vaccination appointment online or in the NHS App now. Vaccination appointments will take place from 1 April 2025.

From 1 April 2025, you may also be able to get vaccinated at:

• a walk-in COVID-19 vaccination site such as a local community pharmacy or your GP surgery
• your care home (if you live in a care home)

You do not need to wait for an invitation before booking an appointment.