So far as of 19 October, just 73% of those aged 12 and over in Watford had received a first dose, and 66% are fully vaccinated against covid.
t’s not too late to take up the vaccination offer, or to have your second dose. Get your first and second dose of the vaccine
12-15 year olds vaccination
In order to make it easier for 12-15 year olds to get their COVID-19 vaccinations, this age group will soon be able to book into vaccination slots at large vaccination centres.
More details will be released soon on this website.
Booster jabs update
The booster jab will ensure you have the strongest possible protection this winter. The number of residents who are able to get the booster and third vaccine has increased today. Now, everyone over 50 and everyone aged 12 years and over with severe immunosuppression and the people they live with are able to get their third dose of the covid vaccine.
It must be eight weeks after your second dose when you have your third dose.
Booster or third dose vaccinations are currently by appointment only. Your GP has probably invited you to attend their clinic. You can also book on the national system. New locations and times to get booster vaccines are being added regularly to the national booking system.
Please keep trying if there are none showing near you the first time you try to make a booking. If you have not already been contacted, please get in touch with your GP. Tell them you are immunosuppressed, or a family member of someone who is immunosuppressed and ask them to arrange a third dose of vaccine for you.
To make booster vaccinations even easier to access you can now also drop-in to some vaccination clinics across Hertfordshire. The drop-in sessions will run until at least the end of October. Go online to find the opening times for a session near you.
Take a rapid test twice a week
1 in 3 people with coronavirus don’t show any symptoms. Everyone can now get a free test twice a week. Even if you've been vaccinated, still continue to get tested regularly.
There are 2 ways to get tested:
- Visit a testing site where you do a self-swab test (with supervision)
- Use a home testing kit. Order a test kit
You can now get a rapid test from participating pharmacies in your local area
Planning a pregnancy, already pregnant or breastfeeding?
COVID-19 vaccines are strongly recommended in pregnancy as the best way to protect against the known risks of COVID-19 for both mothers and babies.
Plus, vaccinated mothers who breastfeed can pass on protective antibodies to their babies.
Alongside having the opportunity to discuss the vaccine with your medical professional, it’s important if you’re planning a pregnancy, pregnant or breastfeeding to have access to reliable sources of information.
The NHS vaccination communications team from Hertfordshire and west Essex and the Local Maternity and Neonatal System have worked together to create some guidance on how the vaccine can protect you and your baby - with input from clinical experts and other mums.
Watch the video featuring local mums and their babies, download a leaflet with frequently asked questions or find out additional information online.
It’s important to remember that the health care system and hospitals are also busier in winter, this year is exceptional. Getting vaccinated significantly reduces the likelihood of you needing hospital treatment if you do unfortunately catch covid. If you are still unsure, get good advice from trusted sources. Talk to a GP or visit a pharmacist.
