People aged over 65 in Harborough and across Leicestershire are now being urged to come forward and get vaccinated

People aged over 65 in Harborough and across Leicestershire are now being urged to come forward and get vaccinated against Covid-19.

The vaccination programme is rolling out so quickly that the NHS in the East Midlands is now targeting younger age groups after moving to protect the over-70s, over-80s and vulnerable people.

“The NHS in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland is encouraging eligible people to come forward as current vaccine levels mean we can offer the vaccine to more people in the over-65s category and move to the next people in the priority list as soon as possible,” said the three local Clinical Commissioning Groups.

To book an appointment at a hospital site you must use the following links and follow the booking process: https://www.swiftqueue.co.uk/index.php

The booking process is:

1. Click on the link of your preferred vaccination site.

2. Enter the pin CovidVL19.

3. Register as a new user – please ensure you enter your NHS number.

4. Pick the patient option on the form and fill in your details.

5. Choose a date and time for your initial vaccination. The system will automatically generate a second slot.

6. Check your inbox and junk mail for an email that confirms your booking.

You will also receive a text reminder if you filled in the contact number field.

Photo ID and proof of eligibility will be needed on arrival - and if you are unable to provide these you will be turned away.

Slots also remain open to anyone eligible who has previously been invited for a vaccine but not yet made an appointment.

The option of booking at one of the hospital sites is an alternative to being inviting to book by your GP or going through the national booking service.

To book through the national booking service you can do this online or by calling 119, at any time between 7am and 11pm seven days a week. Options through this service could be attendance at the Peepul Centre, Leicester, or at one of three pharmacies approved to offer the vaccine. For further information visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-vaccination-guide-for-older-adults