Easy Read Information for the COVID-19 Vaccination Programme

Coronavirus Vaccination Programme

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	Good news - There are 3 current vaccines for Covid-19!
	Good news! There are 3 urrent vaccines for Covid-19
	Older people and the people who look after them will get the vaccine first If you have a long-term illness you will also get the vaccine (jab) What happens at your vaccination appointment?
	Do I need to stay safe until I get the vaccine?
	Yes - it is important that you still remember: Hands – wash your hands a lot Face – wear a covering over your nose and mouth when you are with other people Space – keep your distance from people you do not normally live with
	Do I need to stay safe until I get the vaccine?
	Having the vaccine will stop you from getting ill BUT you will still be able to give the virus to someone else
	We hope things will get back to normal when lots of people have had the vaccine (jab). It will take a long time to vaccinate everyone who can have it.
	Is the vaccine dangerous?
	No. All vaccines have to be checked very carefully before the Government will let them be used The Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination has passed all the checks
	Will the vaccine give me Coronavirus (Covid-19?)
	No. The vaccine cannot give you Coronavirus (Covid-19) If you have 2 doses of the vaccine you are less likely to be ill if you catch the virus
	Do I need to ring my GP?
	No. Your GP surgery (doctor) will let you know when it is your turn to have the vaccine (jab) Do not contact your GP (doctor).
	Your GP (doctor) will contact you by: Telephone Text message or Letter You will be told when and where to go for your vaccine (jab)
	Are there any side-effects after having the vaccine?
	After having the vaccination (jab) you might have some mild side-effects, for example: · a sore arm where the needle went in · feeling tired · a headache · feeling achy
	You can take painkillers, such as paracetamol if you need to
	If your symptoms get worse or you are worried, call 111 or use the online service: https://111.nhs.uk/covid-19
	Can I have the vaccine if I have allergies?
	Do not have the vaccine if you have ever had a serious allergic reaction to: medicines vaccines or food
	Tell the staff before they give you the vaccination (jab)
	If you do have a reaction to the vaccine, staff will be there to look after you and make you better
	If I’ve had Coronavirus (Covid-19), do I need to have the vaccine?
	Yes - we don’t know if you will be able to catch Coronavirus (Covid-19) again, so best to get the vaccine
	If you have symptoms that could be Coronavirus you should get a test
	Don’t get your vaccine until after you have finished self-isolating
	Will I be given a choice about receiving the vaccine?
	You will be able to choose if you want to have the vaccine BUT the NHS wants as many people as possible to have the vaccine If lots of people have the vaccine, the virus will not spread so easily
	Why do I need both doses of the Covid-19 vaccine?
	You need two doses of the vaccine They need to be at least 21 days apart This will help stop you getting Coronavirus (Covid-19)
	I can’t take some medicines because of my religious beliefs or my diet. What are the ingredients of the vaccine?
	The Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccine does not have any animal products or egg in it
	Can I get my COVID-19 vaccine around the same time or on the same day as I have my flu vaccine?
	Ideally, you should not have your flu jab and your Coronavirus (Covid-19) jab at the same time
7	It is best to wait at least 7 days after your flu jab
	This is because you might feel ill (have side-effects) if you have the 2 vaccines at the same time