2. Who can have the COVID-19 vaccine and when?
Anyone who is eligible for a vaccination can book an appointment online at www.nhs.uk/covid-vaccination. People who can’t access the online service can phone 119 for free, 24 hours per day, seven days a week.
There are a range of options locally, including special pop up clinics and a walk in clinic at Trinity Methodist Church, Bramhall. Full details in sections 1, 3 and 4 of this page.
5 and 11 years of age: Eligible for two Covid-19 vaccines. Each vaccine is a third of the dose of vaccine that is given to older children and adults. If an individual has tested positive for COVID-19, vaccinations can only be given if it has been 12 clear weeks since that positive test. This group is not currently eligible for a booster vaccination.
12 years of age and over: Eligible for two Covid-19 vaccines. For those aged 12-15, 3 months (91 days) must have passed since the previous vaccination in order to have the next one. If an individual has tested positive for COVID-19, vaccinations can only be given if it has been 12 clear weeks since that positive test.
12 years of age and over, with a weakened immune system: Eligible for two Covid-19 vaccines and a booster vaccine.
16 years of age and over: Eligible for two Covid-19 vaccines and a booster vaccine. There should be a gap of 8 weeks between a first and second vaccination and 3 months (91 days) between the second and the booster vaccinations. If an individual has tested positive for COVID-19, vaccinations can only be given if it has been 28 clear days since that positive test.
75 years of age and over: Eligible for two Covid-19 vaccines and two booster vaccines. Around six months should have passed since a first booster.