Thousands of people across Dorset have already had their spring COVID-19 vaccination, helping to protect themselves and others from serious illness. Across the South West, almost half a million vaccinations have now been delivered this spring.

Spring COVID-19 vaccinations are available for just two more weeks until 17 June. There is still time for people who have not yet come forward, especially for those who could be at greater risk of becoming very unwell from COVID-19.

Martin Sale, Lead Vaccination Pharmacist at NHS Dorset and Dorset HealthCare said, “COVID-19 is still making people very unwell. If you’re over 75, or if you have a weakened immune system, please don’t wait. You might be a younger person going through chemotherapy or taking immunosuppressant treatment and you could be one of those most at risk of serious illness from this virus.

“Protection against COVID-19 fades over time, so the vaccination you had in the winter may no longer give you the protection you need.

“Help protect yourself now. Visit the NHS booking system website today or come to a walk-in. The vaccination is quick, free and could make all the difference.”

Spring COVID-19 vaccinations are being offered to people aged 75 or older, people with a weakened immune system and to people in care homes for older adults.

To get your spring COVID-19 vaccination, check if you’re eligible and book online, or visit a local walk-in clinic, no appointment needed.

Appointments are only available to book until 16 June, with the last appointments taking place on 17 June.

Upcoming local walk-in clinics include:

  • 3 June, 11:30–14:30 – C2000 Hall, Straits, Easton, Portland DT5 1HG (pulse and blood pressure checks also available)

  • 4 June, 13:30–16:00 – Verwood Heritage Café, The Potters Wheel, Manor Rd, Verwood BH31 6HF

  • 4 June 10:45-12:45 – Annunciation RC Church, 218 Charminster Road, Bournemouth BH8 9RW

  • 5 June 10:30-14:30 – Gillingham Council Office, School Road, Gillingham SP8 4QR

  • 9 June, 13:00–15:00 – Immanuel URC Church, 120 Southbourne Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth BH6 3QJ

  • 9 June, 10:00-16:00 – Shaftesbury Hospital Outpatients, Abbey Walk, Shaftesbury SP7 8BD

  • 10 June, 10:30-13:00 – Royal Manor Surgery, Portland

  • 11 June, 10:30-13:00 – Bridport United Church, East Street, Bridport DT6 3LJ

  • 12 June, 10:00-12:45 – Springbourne Library, 297A Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth BH8 8BX

  • 16 June, 10:00–13:00 – Redhill Park Café, Redhill Avenue, Bournemouth BH9 2SW

Don’t miss out: join your community and stay protected.

For more information about vaccinations in Dorset visit www.staywelldorset.nhs.uk/vaccinations

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