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What about the autumn 2022 booster vaccine?
The NHS is starting to offer COVID-19 booster vaccinations to help provide extra protection for those at greatest risk from the virus this winter. In line with the recommendations of the JCVI, these will be offered to: people who live or work in a care …
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Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the spring 2022 COVID booster vaccine
Please visit NHS Wakefield Clinical Commissioning Group’s website for full FAQs.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about COVID vaccinations for 5 -11 year olds
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Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about booster vaccinations
Please visit NHS Wakefield Clinical Commissioning Group’s website for full FAQs. If you are a member of staff at the Trust you can also find out about booster vaccinations on the staff intranet.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about vaccination and pregnancy
Please visit NHS Wakefield Clinical Commissioning Group’s website for full FAQs.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about vaccinating children and young people
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I had the AstraZeneca vaccine and am worried about possible side effects from my second dose – can I have a different vaccine?
No. The JCVI have been very clear that people who had AstraZeneca for their first dose should also have this for their second vaccination, whatever age they are. So far, there have not been any confirmed cases of the very rare type of blood clotting …
What is the second dose guidance for pregnant women?
Pregnant women should have the same vaccine for both doses, like everyone else. Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are the preferred vaccines for pregnant women of any age simply because these have been used more widely during pregnancy in other countries and no safety concerns have …
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I have food allergies; can I have the vaccine?
Yes. The latest information in the Green Book states: ‘Following close surveillance of the initial roll-out, the MHRA has advised that individuals with a history of anaphylaxis to food, an identified drug or vaccine, or an insect sting can receive any COVID-19 vaccine, as long …
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What if I have an allergic reaction?
The vaccines are safe and effective for the vast majority of people – they have been tested on tens of thousands of people and assessed by experts. Anyone with a history of a severe allergy to any of the ingredients or who has had an allergic reaction to the same vaccine …
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