More than 450,000 flu, Covid-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccines have been delivered in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon , and Wiltshire so far this autumn. In October, the NHS announced more than 10 million Covid-19 and flu vaccinations had been delivered nationally. The Covid-19 jabs were made available to those eligible from October 3, while flu jabs have been available for pregnant women and two to three-year-olds since September 1.
Both are now fully rolled out across the country to all remaining eligible groups. Flash Sale!🌟 Get closer to Swindon's stories with The Swindon Advertiser Unlimited local news, an ad-free app, and a digital replica of our print edition—all with 80% fewer ads. Subscribe now for a seamless news experience - https://t.
co/ayrpkI4RBy #StayInformed pic.twitter.com/0RPJk3hDqF In Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon, and Wiltshire, vaccinations have been administered in walk-in clinics, GP surgeries, pharmacies, and community settings.
The initial phase focused on reaching those unable to leave their homes without assistance, including housebound patients and care home staff and residents. Dr Barry Coakley, deputy chief medical officer for the Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon, and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board, said: "It’s been a good start to this year’s winter vaccination programme in BSW, which means many of our most vulnerable people are already protected as we move towards the colder months. "However, there a.