A reduction in time between doses and extending the programme to younger age groups could be approved. Source link
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A reduction in time between doses and extending the programme to younger age groups could be approved. Source link
Those who received second vaccine at least six months ago are eligible for top-up jab from Monday. Source link
People in England are now able to prove they have had a third dose, enabling travel to some countries. Source link
Also, 16- and 17-year-olds should receive a second dose of vaccine, according to official UK advice. Source link
Professor Jonathan Van-Tam has said that “waning” protection against Covid, has led to a recommendation that everyone over the age of 40 receives a third booster dose of the vaccine. The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation also recommended that 16 and 17 years olds should receive a second dose. England’s deputy chief medical officer… Continue reading Over-40s Covid booster due to 'waning' protection
Dr Susan Hopkins from the UK Health Security Agency warns of a potentially “long and difficult winter”. Source link
The health secretary urges people to join the “national mission” to avoid restrictions over winter. Source link
The NHS is relaxing booking rules in a bid to speed up the rollout before a “challenging” winter. Source link
The best way to protect the elderly and vulnerable this winter is, say government scientists, a booster programme. The third vaccine dose will eventually be offered to 30 million people over 50, medical staff, and younger adults with some health conditions. Source link
The NHS hopes to bolster uptake ahead of a “challenging” winter, with hundreds of sites available. Source link
