I’ve had COVID, can I still get a vaccination?
Even if you’ve had COVID, it’s important to get a vaccination or booster. This is because that while your body gets some immunity from the infection itself, this protection is short-lived, perhaps only a few weeks. After that, you are vulnerable to catching COVID again, and may get symptoms or pass it on without knowing to those around you.
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When can I book my injection?
If you’ve had COVID infection confirmed on a test, you should wait at least 3 months before having a vaccine or booster.
If you have COVID symptoms around the time of your vaccine or booster appointment, you should take a test and wait for the result, and postpone your appointment.
Even if you’ve had a mild version of COVID, a booster not only protects you from the risk of severe COVID disease, but also protects those more vulnerable in society from catching the virus and becoming unwell.
*Information correct on 7 March 2023
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