COVID-19 is still here.COVID-19 hasn’t gone away. Last summer, over 4,000 people were hospitalised due to COVID-19 in Scotland. The virus is more serious in older adults and in people with weakened immune systems
Older adults and people with a weakened immune system are being offered a COVID-19 vaccine. Protection against COVID-19 reduces over time, so it’s important to get vaccinated when offered.
If you have a weakened immune system, it’s important to make sure your protection against COVID-19 is topped up this spring. Evidence shows that the vaccine can help prevent severe disease, hospitalisation and death in older adults and those with a weakened immune system. If you’re eligible, it’s important to take up the offer of an additional dose.
Look out for your vaccine invitation letter, text or email. This will either give you an appointment or details on how to book one. If you’re given an appointment that isn’t suitable you can reschedule at nhsinform.scot/covid19vaccine
For more information, visit nhsinform.scot/covid19vaccine
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