The COVID-19 vaccine can:

• help reduce your risk of getting severe symptoms

• help you recover more quickly if you catch COVID-19

• help reduce your risk of having to go to hospital or dying from COVID-19

• protect against different types of COVID-19 virus.

The most common side effects of the COVID-19 vaccine are mild and tend to resolve within a week.

They can include:

• a sore arm from the injection

• feeling tired

• a headache

• feeling achy

• mild flu-like symptoms

More serious side effects, such as a severe allergic reaction are very rare. Our practitioners are fully trained to recognise these reactions and provide immediate treatment.

We offer the vaccine on a private and NHS service.The NHS provides free annual Covid-19 vaccinations for those aged 75 and over. Check the NHS eligibility criteria for Covid-19 vaccines here.

• Immunosuppressed Patients: You qualify for a free Covid-19 vaccination through the NHS.

• Pregnant or Breastfeeding Patients: You are eligible for free NHS Covid-19 vaccinations, but we also provide private vaccinations as part of our service.

When you arrive, a trained clinician will carry out a short consultation to confirm the vaccine is suitable for you. They will ask about your medical history, allergies, and any current medications.

Once everything is confirmed, the vaccine will be given as a quick injection, usually into the upper arm.

Afterward, you’ll be asked to stay in the pharmacy for around 15 minutes so we can make sure you feel well before leaving.

We’ll also provide aftercare advice and answer any questions you may have about the vaccination.