NHS Lothian is continuing to urge those eligible to get their spring dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to provide maximum protection this summer.
The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) advised that a spring dose of the coronavirus vaccine would be made eligible for adults aged 75 and over, or who will turn 75 by 30 June 2022.
Residents in older adult care homes and people aged 12 and over with a weakened immune system are also eligible. All those entitled to the spring booster should have been contacted by letter.
Pat Wynne, Nurse Director for Primary and Community Care, NHS Lothian, said: “We’re continuing to encourage people who are eligible to get their spring booster, while this is still available.
“People in high-priority groups are at higher risk of becomingly seriously unwell from COVID-19 and vaccination is our most effective tool against the virus.
“Protection against the virus wanes over time, so top-ups like these really help ensure you have the best protection against COVID-19.
“I want to commend communities across Edinburgh and the Lothians for their continued support and thank our vaccinators for their phenomenal ongoing efforts to protect our communities.”
There are various clinics across the Lothians which can be attended on appointment or by drop-ins, details of which are on our website.
Statistics
Over 91% of people in Edinburgh and the Lothians aged 75+ have had a fourth dose (as of 12 June 2022). This is slightly above the national average.
Statistics for all spring boosters (75+, residents in older adult care homes, and those 12+ with a weakened immune system) as of 14 June 2022 are available below:
| Area | Eligible | Spring booster | % |
| East Lothian | 14055 | 11610 | 82 |
| Edinburgh | 52920 | 38240 | 72 |
| Midlothian | 11186 | 9188 | 82 |
| West Lothian | 19100 | 15037 | 78 |
| Unknown | 381 | 44 | – |
| Total (NHS Lothian) | 97642 | 74119 | 76 |
