NHS bosses have issued a reminder about Spring Covid vaccinations.
People aged over 75 years old, immunosuppressed aged six months and over and residents of care homes for older adults can now get their jab.
Covid spreads easily all year round, and can still be very dangerous and even life threatening, particularly for older people and those with a weakened immune system.
Protection against it, either from catching the virus or a previous vaccination, can fade over time and the circulating strain of the virus can change, and medics say it is important for people at higher risk to top up their protection.
The NHS will be sending invitations to those who are eligible, but people do not need to wait for an invitation to book.
Matthew Dominey, Consultant in Public Health and Screening and Immunisation Lead, NHS England South West, said: “Covid-19 is still a serious disease and can be dangerous to those most at risk.
“Make sure you top up your protection against Covid-19 by getting vaccinated this spring if you are eligible.
"Those at increased risk from severe illness can get the vaccine, including those aged 75 or over (by 30 June 2025), people with a weakened immune system or who live in an older adult care home.
“Appointments can be booked straight away, and are available at local pharmacies, GP practices and at walk-in clinics.
"The first appointments will be taking place from 13 April, but don’t get caught out, book your appointment before the end of June to make sure you’re protected this spring.’’
The Spring vaccination programme will run until 30 June, with the last day to book appointments being 29 June.
In line with expert advice, the vaccination will be offered to the following groups in spring 2026:
- adults aged 75 years and over (including individuals who turn 75 years old by 30 June 2026)
- residents in a care home for older adults
- those aged 6 months and over with a weakened immune system
Hundreds of appointments are available every day, ad people can book via the NHS app, online on the NHS website, by calling 119 or 18001 119 on a text phone.
People can also attend a walk-in site, locations for which can be found on the NHS website. People who receive health care at home, speak with your GP about a home visit.
If you are eligible for both an RSV vaccine and a Covid-19 vaccine you can now book an appointment to receive these at the same time in some locations.
People can find out the latest information about the vaccine at www.nhs.uk/covid-vaccine
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