COVID-19

Why should I get a COVID-19 vaccination?

COVID-19 vaccines are offered because viruses change and protection fades over time. It’s important to top up your protection.

If you’re at increased risk of serious illness from COVID-19, getting a COVID-19 vaccine can:

• help to reduce your risk of getting severe symptoms
• help you to recover more quickly if you catch COVID-19
• help to reduce your risk of having to go to hospital or dying from COVID-19
• protect against different strains of COVID-19

Who is eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination?

You or your child may be offered a spring COVID-19 vaccine if you:

• are aged 75 or over (including those who will be 75 by 17 June 2025)
• are aged 6 months to 74 years and have a weakened immune system because of a health condition or treatment
• live in a care home for older adults

Where can I get my vaccination?

COVID-19 vaccinations are usually given from a central hub based at Birkenhead Medical Building.

How do I book my COVID-19 vaccination?

If you’re eligible for the spring COVID-19 vaccine, you can:

• book a COVID-19 vaccination appointment online or in the NHS App
• go to a walk-in COVID-19 vaccination site

Some people may be able to get vaccinated at a local service, such as a community pharmacy or GP surgery, or at a care home if they live in a care home.

You do not need to wait for an invitation before booking an appointment.

The last date you will be able to get your COVID-19 vaccine is 17 June 2025. Online booking will close on 16 June 2025.

For more information about the COVID-19 vaccination, click here to visit the official NHS page.