UKHSA has shared who can get a Covid jab over the coming weeks
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has shared who is eligible for a free NHS Covid vaccine this autumn and winter, with some able to get the jab from six months old. Those who are offered the vaccine can book online or via the NHS app, the body added.
It comes as Covid cases have risen somewhat across the UK, now the weather has turned colder and people are spending more time mixing indoors. UKHSA said in a post on X, formerly Twitter, earlier today (Wednesday): “Have you booked your free NHS COVID-19 vaccination?
“Check if you’re eligible and book online or via the NHS App now”. A graphic included in the alert further explains that you are eligible for the vaccine this year if you are aged 75 or over (or will turn 75 by January 31, 2026), and/or if you live in a care home for older adults.
You are also eligible if you are aged six months to 74 years and have a weakened immune system due to a treatment or health condition such as:
- long-term immunosuppressive treatment for conditions including lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), psoriasis or scleroderma
- steroid medication
- having or recently had chemotherapy, biological therapy or radiotherapy
- genetic disorder that affects immune system, such as severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID)
- HIV
- organ, bone marrow, or stem cell transplant
- have or had blood cancer, such as lymphoma, myeloma, or leukaemia
However, the above list is only a summary, and people are advised to contact their GP or specialist to find out if they are eligible. You can book your Covid jab here