Spring Boosters for COVID-19: What you need to know

News - 7 April 2025

From the 1st April the NHS started its 2025 spring COVID-19 booster vaccination programme. The COVID-19 vaccines are offered seasonally because viruses change, and protection fades over time

Who is eligible for a spring booster?
People aged 75 years and over, those in care homes, and individuals aged 6 months and over who are immunosuppressed, as defined in COVID-19: the green book, chapter 14a; Tables 3 and 4 are being offered a spring booster of COVID-19 vaccine.

How can I book my vaccination?

Eligible people will be contacted by the NHS via text, email, NHS App messages or letters, but you don’t need to wait for an invite to book – you can visit the NHS website, use the NHS App or call 119 to book.

Walk-in appointments are also available, with a full list of local locations available on the NHS finder.

Further information
For more information you can visit the NHS Sussex vaccinations page or contact our Information and Signposting service by calling 0333 101 4007 or emailing  enquiries@healthwatcheastsussex.co.uk

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