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We will not be offering COVID VACCINATIONS at the practice. If you receive a letter from NHS England stating that you are eligible then you would need to find the nearest covid site that is offering the service by checking online or calling 119 directly.
Please DO NOT call the practice regarding the vaccines.
COVID-19 Vaccination – Adult Leaflet
COVID-19 Vaccination – Adult Consent Form
COVID Vaccination – What to Expect After your Vaccination Leaflet
Please ensure your contact details are up to date with the Practice.
Please read Public Health information leaflet Why do I have to Wait for my Vaccination Leaflet
What are the side effects?
Like all medicines, vaccines can cause side effects. Most of these are mild and short term, and not everyone gets them. Even if you do have symptoms after the first dose, you still need to have the second dose.
Although you may get some protection from the first dose, having the second dose will give you the best protection against the virus.
Very common side effects include:
• having a painful, heavy feeling and tenderness in the arm where you had your injection. This tends to be worst around 1-2 days after the vaccine.
• feeling tired
• headache
• general aches, or mild flu-like symptoms
Although feeling feverish is not uncommon for two to three days, a high temperature is unusual and may indicate you have COVID-19 or another infection.
An uncommon side effect is swelling of the glands. You can rest and take the normal dose of paracetamol (follow the advice in the packaging) to help make you feel better.
These symptoms normally last less than a week. If your symptoms seem to get worse or if you are concerned, contact the Surgery. If you do seek advice from a doctor or nurse, make sure you tell them about your vaccination so that they can assess you properly.
You can also report suspected side effects of vaccines and medicines through the Yellow Card scheme.
You can do this online by visiting the Coronavirus Yellow Card or by downloading the Yellow Card app.