The Big Boost continues today, promoting the booster dose to anyone over 18 who has had their second dose more than 3 months ago.
Many vaccination centres will be open extended hours over the weekend to encourage people to get their booster. It is great to see that 43% of children in the 5 - 11 age group have already had their first dose.
We want as many children as possible to be protected through vaccination. Yesterday more than 50,000 booster doses were given, bringing the total so far to 1,772,914.
The most important step you can take to prepare for Omicron is getting your booster dose as soon as it is due. Boosters lower your chances of getting very sick and being hospitalised, Book your vaccine now, whether it’s your first, second or booster.