NHS Lanarkshire has begun to challenge appointments for the pneumococcal vaccine for these aged 65 and over.
From Might 13, these over that age and others with sure long-term well being situations will start to obtain appointments for his or her pneumococcal vaccine.
This vaccine was beforehand offered by GP practices. Nonetheless, adjustments to the nationwide GP contract sees this transfer to the duty of NHS Lanarkshire.
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This transformation is occurring throughout all Scottish well being boards.
Dr Mark Russell, affiliate medical director, Well being and Social Care North Lanarkshire, stated: “Folks aged 65 or over, and adults with sure well being situations, have a better probability of turning into unwell with pneumococcal an infection.
“One of these an infection can result in diseases together with bacterial meningitis and pneumonia.
“Getting your pneumococcal vaccine, when invited, is one of the best ways to assist shield your self in opposition to these diseases.
"The vaccine is given within the higher arm and most of the people aged 65 or over will solely want a single dose, which can assist shield them for all times.”
People who find themselves eligible will obtain a letter with particulars of their vaccination appointment.
In case your appointment is just not appropriate, or if you're unwell on the day of your appointment, you may attend considered one of our devoted drop-in clinics for the pneumococcal vaccine. Particulars of those will likely be in your appointment letter.
Appointments will likely be held in our vaccination centres, arrange for delivering the COVID-19 vaccine.
There’s no must contact your GP follow, as you'll be contacted immediately with particulars of your appointment.
For extra info on the pneumococcal vaccine, go to www.nhsinform.scot/pneumococcalvaccine
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