COVID-19

Why should I get a COVID-19 vaccination?

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

Getting the COVID-19 vaccine can:

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

Who is eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination?

You can get the winter COVID-19 vaccine if you:

• are aged 75 or over (including those who will be 75 by 31 January 2026)
• 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 winter COVID-19 vaccine and are aged 5 years or over, you can book a COVID-19 vaccination appointment online or in the NHS App now.

Vaccination appointments will take place from 1 October 2025.

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