People aged 38 and 39 can now book in for Covid-19 jabs
Around a million people have been sent text messages today (Thursday) inviting them to book an appointment - but anyone aged 38 and over can now book directly at www.nhs.uk/covid-vaccination or by calling 119.
The move to the next age group comes following three quarters of people aged 40 and 49 being given their first dose.
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Dr Phil Wood who heads up the West Yorkshire Vaccination Programme, is urging people to book as soon as possible.
He said: “The vaccination rollout in West Yorkshire is making excellent progress and we’re now able to start vaccinating people in their 30s, starting with those aged 38 and 39. Anyone who is 38 or over can book online now without waiting for an invitation or by calling 119.
"We have appointments available at all our vaccination centres, including our community pharmacy centres and local GP centres so you can choose a time and place that suits you.
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