Get boosted this New Year

Being fully vaccinated will protect yourself, your family and friends from getting seriously ill from the virus and reduce transmission of the Omicron variant.

Anyone aged 18+ who had their second jab three months ago should get boosted now. Book an appointment or visit a walk-in clinic.

Anyone aged 16 or 17 who had their first jab three months ago should get their second dose now. Book an appointment or visit a walk in clinic.

Anyone aged 12 to 15 who had their first jab three months ago should get their second dose now. This age group must book an appointment in advance.

There are plenty of ways to get vaccinated including at the One Stockport Hub, Mersey Square, Stockport, SK1 1RA, which is open from Tuesday, 4 January, to Saturday, 8 January, 10am to 3pm. There’s no need to book just walk in. Visit the Stockport CCG website for full details and other options, including Trinity Methodist Church, Trinity Gardens, 351 Bramhall Lane, SK3 8TP.

Bookable appointments are also available at other locations through the NHS National Booking Service.

Anita Rolfe, Executive Nurse, NHS Stockport CCG, said: “A really quick and easy New Year’s resolution would be getting your COVID-19 vaccination, whether it’s your first, second or booster vaccination.

“With rates rising rapidly it’s more important than ever to protect yourself and those around you and help reduce the transmission of the Omicron strain of the virus. Book an appointment or go to a walk in as soon as you are eligible.”
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