Over 18? Don’t Miss Your Vaccine

Over 37.5 million UK residents have accessed both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, helping protect themselves, their families, and their communities.

In London alone, over 5.3 million people have accessed both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Have you accessed your COVID-19 vaccine in south east London?

For friends, festivals and trips, for doing all the things we’ve missed, you can get your vaccine for whoever or whatever reason matters to you.

Whatever your reason, don’t miss your vaccine.

Spring Booster

You should have your spring booster about 6 months (and not before 3 months) since your last dose of vaccine.

You are eligible for a spring booster dose if you:

  • are aged 75 or over
  • live in a care home for older people

You are also eligible if you are aged 12 or over and have had or have:

  • a blood cancer, such as leukaemia or lymphoma
  • a weakened immune system due to a treatment, such as steroid medicine, biological therapy (medicine that helps the immune system to fight cancer), chemotherapy or radiotherapy
  • an organ or bone marrow transplant
  • a condition that means you have a very high risk of getting infections
  • a condition or treatment that your specialist says makes you need an extra dose

If you missed your first booster, it is important to have the spring booster as soon as possible. You might need another booster in addition to your usual flu vaccine in the autumn.

Please find more info on how to get the spring booster here

Digital Covid Pass

If you haven’t already, you can get your digital NHS COVID Pass for travel now.

You can get a digital NHS COVID Pass showing your coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination or test results.
You may be asked to show your NHS COVID Pass:

  • to travel abroad
  • at events or venues asking for proof of your COVID-19 status in England, Wales or the Isle of Man
 
Check the entry requirements of the country you’re visiting before you travel.

Where can I get the vaccine?

Visit a walk-in clinic

If you are over 18, you can get your COVID-19 vaccine from a number of walk-in and pop-up clinics across south east London. As the information is constantly updated, please check the link for the latest information about a vaccination clinic near you.

Book my appointment online

If you’re over the age of 18, you can book your vaccine appointment via the National Booking Service. If you’ve already booked a vaccination appointment through a GP or local NHS service, you do not need to book again.

COVID-19 is more serious for people with a weakened immune system. To get the best protection against the virus and reduce the risk of severe illness, those aged 12 and above with a weakened immune system are being offered a booster dose.

You can book now if it’s been 3-6 months since your last COVID-19 vaccine dose.

If you have any questions about the COVID-19 vaccine, please speak with your hospital clinician or GP. You can also find further information here

I have questions about the vaccine

We know you might have questions about the vaccine – from how it was made, how it was approved quickly, to questions about any side effects – and that’s ok.

Here, we’ve pulled together videos of live Q&As we’ve held with healthcare professionals in south east London so you can trust that the information you have about COVID-19 and vaccines is factual and correct.

You can also read through a list of questions and answers to help you make your choice on the NHS Vaccine Facts website.

Book a conversation with a healthcare professional

If you have any questions or concerns about the COVID-19 vaccination, you can book a free confidential conversation with a healthcare professional via the Covid Helpline. You will be called back by a local pharmacist who will be able to give you the latest information on the vaccination and answer any questions you may have.

Book a slot for a conversation with a clinician at a specified time or ring the automated phoneline: 07828 499044

case studies over 18

Case studies from real people

Thousands of south east London residents like you have accessed their COVID-19 vaccines safely. Hear their stories.