This year's autumn flu and COVID-19 vaccine programmes will start earlier than planned in England as a precautionary measure following the identification of a new COVID-19 variant.
Reviewed by Megan Craig, M.Sc.Aug 30 2023 This year's autumn flu and COVID-19 vaccine programs will start earlier than planned in England as a precautionary measure following the identification of a new COVID-19 variant.
While BA.2.86 is not currently classified as a variant of concern, advice from the UKHSA suggests that speeding up the autumn vaccine program will deliver greater protection, supporting those at greatest risk of severe illness and reducing the potential impact on the NHS. Vaccinations are now set to start on 11 September, with adult care home residents and those most at risk to receive vaccines first. NHS England will announce full details of the accelerated roll-out soon, and those who fall into higher-risk groups are being encouraged to take up the jab as soon as they're invited.Health Minister, Minister Caulfield said:
I encourage anyone invited for a vaccination - including those yet to have their first jab - to come forward as soon as possible." As we continue to live with Covid-19 we expect to see new variants emerge. For operational expediency and in line with public health recommendations, wherever possible flu and COVID-19 vaccines should be administered at the same time.
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