Thousands of vaccination appointments are currently available across Devon for the COVID-19 spring booster and the Vaccination teams from the Royal Devon University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are urging those who are eligible to get their vaccinated.

COVID-19 is more serious in older people and in people with certain underlying health conditions. For these reasons, those eligible are:

• People aged 75 years and over
• Those in care homes
• Those aged six months and over with a weakened immune system.

Leigh Mansfield, Associate Director of Operations who is leading the vaccination programme for the Royal Devon, said: “I would urge anyone who is eligible but has yet to book an appointment to not delay, and get protected against the virus as soon as possible.

“We are running clinics at sites across the region, so it’s easy and convenient to book at a time and place to suit you. Walk-in vaccinations are also available at all sites.

“COVID-19 can still be very dangerous to older people and those who have weakened immune systems, and this dose will top-up previous protection, reducing the risk of serious illness.”

You will be invited for your booster, your GP may offer you the vaccine or you can book using the NHS app for Apple or Android. You can also find your nearest walk-in vaccination site from the NHS website.

The national booking system  is for public clinics for appointments up to Sunday 30 June. 

Please visit the Royal Devon online vaccination clinic calendar for the most up to date clinic dates.