Don’t let your protection fade this Spring
Overview
The Spring Coronavirus (Covid-19) Vaccine Campaign will begin on Monday 2nd April 2024 and this programme with run until 30 June 2024.
For further information visit www.nhsinform.scot/springvaccine
Information is also available in other languages and formats at www.nhsinform.scot/covid19vaccineleaflets (from 1st April)
Spring Coronavirus (Covid-19) Vaccine Eligibility
Everyone who’s eligible will now start to receive their COVID-19 spring vaccine invitation, as their level of protection may have faded since their last dose.
COVID-19 is more serious in older adults and in people with certain health conditions. For these reasons, a spring dose of the COVID-19 vaccine is being offered to:
- are aged 75 years and over on 30 June 2024 (i.e. born on or before 30 June 1949)
- live in a care home for older adults
- are aged 6 months or over (by or on 31 March 2024) and have a weakened immune system
If you’re eligible, you’ll be sent information via letter, text or email about your appointment or how to book one. Please wait to be contacted. You’ll be able to book or rearrange an appointment online or by calling 0800 030 8013. If you need to book or reschedule an appointment for your child who is aged 11 or under, please call 0800 030 8013. It’s not possible to use the online booking portal for this age group. Step-by-step video guides are available to help with booking and rescheduling appointments, as well as updating your communications preference and retrieving your booking information. These will be available at www.nhsinform.scot/springvaccine from 1st April #SpringVaccine
Drop In Clinics
If you’re eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine this spring, you can visit a drop-in clinic to receive it without an appointment. You may have to wait to receive your vaccination if the clinic is busy.
Drop-in clinics will be open at the following locations:
Why have it? – Don’t let your protection fade
- It’s important to keep up-to-date with your COVID-19 vaccines.
- Your level of protection against COVID-19 may fade over time.
- Booster doses are recommended to help protect you from getting seriously ill or dying from COVID-19.
Your appointment
Attending your appointment
There is no requirement to wear a mask when attending our vaccination clinics. If you have a weakened immune system and prefer to wear a mask you can choose to do this.
How do I reschedule my appointment?
Please reschedule via Booking Portal Login – Customer Service (nhs.scot) or call 0800 030 8013 during the hours of Mon to Fri 09.00am to 6.00pm or Sat 09.00am to1.00pm
What if I am ill on the day?
You no longer need to wait for a specific amount of time after confirmed coronavirus infection to have your vaccine. However, if you’re unwell, wait until you’ve recovered to have your vaccine. You should not attend an appointment if you have a fever or think you might be infectious to others.
How can I reschedule my appointment?
If you are unable to attend or cannot get to this location, you can change your appointment online at:
NHS Inform – Invitations and Appointments webpage
Or you can call the helpline number to rearrange your appointment Mon to Fri 09.00am to 6.00pm on 0800 030 8013 or Sat 09.00am to1.00pm
Please note this number is for rescheduling appointments only.
Request support with interpretation, or get help with travelling to your appointment
Support is available in NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde if you:
- require an interpreter at your vaccination appointment
- need help finding transport to your vaccination appointment
General help with planning your public transport journey is available on the Traveline Scotland website or by phoning 0141 465 1878 (open 24 hours).
If you’re unable to leave your home (due to your mobility or physical ability or mental health condition) or if you need additional support at your appointment (for example, someone to support you when you arrive or a private space to be vaccinated), phone the national vaccination helpline on 0800 030 8013 and your request will be sent to your local health board.
What If I live in a Care Home?
Your local Health and Social Care Team will be in touch with your nursing home to arrange to visit and deliver vaccinations to all those eligible.
How will I feel after my vaccination?
Like all medicines, the coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccines can cause side effects. It’s normal to experience side effects after a vaccine. It shows the vaccine is teaching your body’s immune system how to protect itself from the disease. Not everyone gets side effects. Most side effects are mild and normally last only a day or two.
Side effects of coronavirus vaccination
Very common side effects in the first day or two include:
- having a painful, heavy feeling and tenderness in the arm where you had your injection
- feeling tired
- headache, aches and chills
If you feel uncomfortable, you can rest and take paracetamol. Make sure you take paracetamol as directed on the label or leaflet. Remember, do not take medicines that contain aspirin if you’re under 16 years of age.
If your side effects seem to get worse or if you’re concerned, phone NHS 24 free on 111. Tell them about your vaccination so that they can assess you properly.
Other Sources of Information
What If I have not received my primary course of vaccination?
For those individuals who declined their vaccination initially or missed their appointment and now wish to be vaccinated, please contact the national helpline on 0800 030 8013 or register online at the NHS Inform vaccine registration portal.
Choosing how you’d like to be contacted
You can now update your contact details and your preferred method of contact on the online portal. If you select to receive future correspondence about your coronavirus and flu vaccines by email or SMS then you will no longer receive future letters with this information.
NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde Community Clinic Locations
East Dunbartonshire
Clinic
- Milngavie Town Hall: 71 Station Rd, Milngavie, Glasgow G62 8BZ
Facilities
- Parking
Wheelchair Access
Hearing Loop
Toilet Facilities
Baby Changing
Interpreter Services
Location/Transport
- Milngavie Town Hall – Google Maps
Bus – First Bus
Train – ScotRail
- Merkland Primary School, Langmuir Rd, Kirkintilloch, Lenzie G66 2QF
- Parking
Wheelchair Access
Hearing Loop
Toilet Facilities
Baby Changing Interpreter Services
- Merkland Primary School – Google Maps
Bus – First Bus
Train – ScotRail
Renfrewshire
Clinic
Facilities
Location/Transport
- Renfrew Leisure Centre: Paisley Rd, Renfrew PA4 8JL
- Parking
Wheelchair Access
Hearing Loop
Toilet Facilities
Baby Changing
Interpreter Services
- Renfrew Leisure Centre – Google Maps
Bus – First Bus
Train – ScotRail
- Johnstone Town Hall: 25 Church St, Johnstone, PA5 8EG
- Parking
Wheelchair Access
Hearing Loop
Toilet Facilities
Baby Changing
Interpreter Services
- Johnstone Town Hall – Google Maps
Bus – First Bus
Train – ScotRail
- Lagoon Leisure Centre: 11 Christie St, Paisley, PA1 1NB
- Parking
Wheelchair Access
Hearing Loop
Toilet Facilities
Baby Changing Interpreter Services
- Lagoon Leisure Centre – Google Maps
Bus – First Bus
Train – ScotRail
East Renfrewshire
Clinic
Facilities
Location/Transport
- Carmichael Hall, Giffnock – Eastwood Park, Rouken Glen Rd, Giffnock, Glasgow, G46 7JS
- Parking
Wheelchair Access
Hearing Loop
Toilet Facilities
Baby Changing
Interpreter Services
- Carmichael Hall – Google Maps
Bus – First Bus
Train – ScotRail
Glasgow City
Clinic
Facilities
Location/Transport
- Whiteinch Community Centre, 1 Northinch Court, Glasgow G14 0UG
- Parking
Wheelchair Access
Hearing Loop
Toilet Facilities
Baby Changing
Interpreter Services
- Whiteinch Community Centre – Google Maps Bus – First Bus
Train – ScotRail
- Barmulloch Residents Centre, 54 Quarrywood Rd, Glasgow G21 3ET
- Hearing Loop
Toilet Facilities
Baby Changing
Interpreter Services
- Barmulloch Residents Centre – Google Maps
Bus – First Bus
Train – ScotRail
- Glasgow Central Mosque: 1 Mosque Avenue, G5 9TA
- Parking
Wheelchair Access
Hearing Loop
Toilet Facilities
Baby Changing
Interpreter Services
- St Marks Church, 281 Kinfauns Drive, Drumchapel, Glasgow G15 7BD
- Hearing Loop
Toilet Facilities
Baby Changing
Interpreter Services
- St Mark’s Church – Google Maps
Bus – First Bus
Train – ScotRail
- Greater Easterhouse Supporting Hands, 1 Redcastle Sq, Glasgow G33 5EG
- Parking
Wheelchair Access
Hearing Loop
Toilet Facilities
Baby Changing Interpreter Services
- Eastbank Health Promotion Centre, 22 Academy St, Glasgow G32 9AA
- Parking
Wheelchair Access
Hearing Loop
Toilet Facilities
Baby Changing
Interpreter Services
West Dunbartonshire
Clinic
Facilities
Location/Transport
- Alexandria Community Centre: Main St, Alexandria, G83 0NU
- Parking
Wheelchair Access
Hearing Loop
Toilet Facilities
Baby Changing
Interpreter Services
- Alexandria Community Centre – Google Maps
Bus – First Bus
Train – ScotRail
- Concorde Community Centre, St Mary’s Way, Dumbarton G82 1LJ
- Parking
Wheelchair Access
Hearing Loop
Toilet Facilities
Baby Changing
Interpreter Services
- Concorde Community Centre – Google Maps
Bus – First Bus
Train – ScotRail
- The Hub Community Centre, 405 Kilbowie Rd, Clydebank G81 2TX
- Parking
Wheelchair Access
Hearing Loop
Toilet Facilities
Baby Changing
Interpreter Services
- The Hub Community Centre – Google Maps
Bus – First Bus
Train – ScotRail
Inverclyde
Clinic
Facilities
Location/Transport
- Greenock Town Hall: Cathcart Square, Greenock, PA15 1LS
- Parking
Wheelchair Access
Hearing Loop
Toilet Facilities
Baby Changing Interpreter Services
- Greenock Town Hall – Google Maps
Bus – First Bus
Train – ScotRail
- Gamble Halls, 44 Shore St, Gourock PA19 1RG
- Signage appropriate for people with a visual impairment
Wheelchair Access
Hearing Loop
Toilet Facilities
Interpreter Services
- Gamble Halls – Google Maps Bus – First Bus
- Train – ScotRail