COVID-19 Vaccinations
While we’re out of the pandemic, the COVID virus is still with us. For many people COVID will feel like a terrible cold, but for others it can still be a life threatening illness that is best avoided through vaccination each year.
If you are usually eligible for the flu jab, chances are you also qualify for the free COVID jab too. However, if you come into contact with someone who doesn’t have a strong immune system, you may benefit from getting a private COVID vaccination to reduce the risk of you getting sicka nd passing the virus onto them.
If you’d like to get the COVID jab at Orion Pharmacy, please book an appointment online. If you have any questions please contact our pharmacy team.
About Coronavirus
What Is The Coronavirus?
The coronavirus, officially called SARS-CoV-2, was identified as a new virus in late 2019. This virus causes the illness known as COVID-19. It is part of a larger family of viruses, called coronaviruses, which can cause different diseases in people and animals.
SARS-CoV-2 quickly spread around the world, leading to a global pandemic. The virus mainly spreads through tiny droplets when someone breathes, talks, or coughs. Symptoms can vary widely, from mild coughs and fevers to serious breathing problems.
The worldwide impact of COVID-19 has prompted a massive response from both the healthcare systems and society as a whole, including the swift creation and rollout of vaccines. This illness is still prevalent today and it regularly mutates, similarly to the flu virus, this is why we recommend a booster vaccine each year.
What Vaccine Will I Get?
The United Kingdom administers a range of COVID-19 vaccines, all of which have undergone extensive assessments to ensure their safety, quality, and effectiveness.
While most individuals are eligible to receive any of the available vaccines, which offer protection against various strains of COVID-19, people are generally not able to choose their preferred vaccine.
If you have any questions about the vaccine you are scheduled to get, please ask your pharmacist who will be happy to answer your questions.
Book Your COVID-19 Vaccine Today
Don’t let your winter plans get derailed, book your Covid-19 Vaccinations today.