Q: I have had Covid, when can I have the vaccine and will it flare my Covid?
A: 28 days is the recommended interval - not for safety reasons/efficiency - but to ensure any side effects of Covid are not to blame on a vaccine.
Q: Can I choose which vaccine I am getting?
A: No. We are given vaccines and offer them as soon as they arrive.
Q: Have there been any reactions to the vaccine?
A: Yes, sore arms and tiredness are common side effects, also general aches. The side effects are usually mild and transient.
Q: Do I need to discuss my allergies with my GP before vaccination?
A: No, you will be counselled prior to your vaccination on the day. Should you need more information, please ring the National Helpline - 119.
Q: I have had my first vaccine, when is my next?
A: We expect to recall you between 3-12 weeks of the date of your first vaccine.
Q: I have had my second vaccine, when is my next booster?
A: We expect to recall you 6months after the date of your second vaccine.
Q: How long after having a shingles vaccination do I have to wait for my COVID vaccination?
A: 7 days
Q:Can I have a COVID booster and a flu vaccine on the same day ?
A: Yes, it is recommended to have both vaccines on the same day.
It saves our patients' time and can lessen the administrative burden on our healthcare system.
Q: I have an exemption to wearing a face mask when I attend the clinic.
A: Our marshalls may ask you to have a Lateral Flow test before entering the surgery, please note there may be a delay of at least 15minutes.
Q: I have missed my second vaccination due to illness/hospitalisation/isolation.
A: Please get in touch with the surgery to arrange an appointment.
Q: My consultant says I should have the vaccination as a priority.
A: We are following the national priority guidelines and are not able to alter eligibility based on anyone else's specialist opinion.
Q: My consultant says I can't have surgery/chemotherapy until I am vaccinated.
A: This is not national policy. We are not able to give anyone a vaccine not in the current priority group. This should not prevent you from having chemotherapy or surgery.
Q: Can I book both my first and my second appointment for the Covid vaccine?
A: No, unfortunately we cannot book both appointments; we will get in touch as soon as possible to book the appointment for your booster.
Q: I've had my second Covid vaccine, when can I have my booster?
A: Our patients who had their second COVID vaccine at least 3 months ago will be receiving a text/telephone call to book an appointment for their booster.
Q: Can I choose which booster vaccine I am getting?
A: No. We are given vaccines and offer them as soon as they arrive. At the moment, we are offering either Pfizer or Moderna vaccines as per government guidelines.