COVID-19 vaccination is effective and the safest way to protect yourself from COVID-19.
Who can get a COVID-19 vaccine
Additional protection for people with a severely weakened immune system
COVID-19 vaccines are normally given seasonally, but some people with a severely weakened immune system may need additional protection at other times.
Seasonal COVID-19 vaccines
Some people at increased risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19 may be able to get a seasonal COVID-19 vaccine later in 2024.
The NHS will contact you if your NHS record suggests you may be eligible.
How well do the COVID-19 vaccines work?
If you're at increased risk of illness from COVID-19, getting a COVID-19 vaccine gives you good protection and helps to:
- reduce your risk of getting seriously ill or dying from COVID-19
- reduce your risk of needing to go to hospital if you catch COVID-19
- reduce your risk of catching and spreading COVID-19
- protect against different strains (variants) of COVID-19
COVID-19 vaccines are offered because viruses change, and protection fades over time.
Find out more about COVID-19 vaccination, eligibility and how to book a vaccination on the NHS website.