COVID-19 Autumn/Winter 2025 Booster Campaign

Groups recommended to get a COVID-19 vaccine in autumn/winter 2025/2026 are:

∙ All aged 60 years and older

∙ All aged 18 years and older living in a long term care facility for older adults

∙ All aged 6 months and older with immunocompromise associated with a suboptimal response to vaccination

∙ All aged 6 months and older with a medical condition associated with a higher risk of hospitalisation, severe disease or death due to COVID-19 : Cancer, Chronic heart disease, Chronic kidney disease, Chronic liver disease, Chronic neurological disease, Chronic respiratory disease, Diabetes and other metabolic disorders, including inherited metabolic disorders, Haemoglobinopathies, Body mass index ≥40kg/m2, Serious mental health conditions, Children and adults with Down syndrome, Children with moderate to severe neurodevelopmental disorders.

∙ Healthcare workers and pregnant women who are in the groups listed above are recommended to get a COVID-19 vaccine in autumn/winter 2025/2026. Anyone aged over 18 years who is not in any of the groups listed above, can get a COVID-19 vaccine in autumn/winter 2025/2026 if they choose to, following discussion with a healthcare provider.

There should be at least a 3 month interval between the last COVID-19 vaccine or the last COVID-19 infection before getting vaccinated.

Can I get a Booster Vaccination While Pregnant?

A dose of COVID-19 vaccine is recommended once in each pregnancy. This recommendation is not seasonal. This dose of COVID19 vaccine should be given at least six months after the previous COVID-19 vaccine dose (primary schedule or booster) or SARS-CoV-2 infection.

A dose of vaccine can be given at any stage in pregnancy but ideally should be given between 20-34 weeks’ gestation. If it is more than 12 months since the previous COVID-19 vaccine or infection, administration earlier in pregnancy should be considered.

For those who are pregnant and are immunocompromised, a second dose of COVID19 vaccine within the same pregnancy may be considered if six months has elapsed since their last COVID-19 vaccine or SARS-CoV-2 infection.

How soon will I be protected against Covid-19?

The Covid vaccine starts to work within 2 weeks. Please note that you may still contract this virus despite being vaccinated however your symptoms are likely to be mild.

How do I book my COVID-19 vaccine appointment?

Use the booking tool at the top of the page to book your vaccine with your chosen store. Once you make your booking you will receive a booking confirmation via email and text. We offer the COVID-19 vaccine in select stores.