Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday said money should be given in the hands of the common people to tide over the impact of the second coronavirus wave and alleged that the “arrogant government” is allergic to good suggestions. In another swipe at the Centre, he said the government should give people “jobs and jabs” … Read more
The NHS highlights the deadline of 29 March ahead of an expected slowdown in vaccine supplies in April. Source link
Take a look inside a NHS mobile service that aims to boost uptake of the Covid-19 vaccine. Source link
The chief executive of NHS England has said vaccinations are being carried out four times faster than people are newly catching Covid-19. Speaking to the BBC’s Andrew Marr Show, Sir Simon Stevens said he didn’t think England “would have to wait until the autumn” to see movement over the lockdown restrictions. He added it would … Read more
Patients will receive the AstraZeneza vaccine from Monday, when 530,000 doses will be ready. Source link
On Wednesday the UK became the first country in the world to approve the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine for use. Source link
The “twin threats” of flu and Covid mean more people than usual in England are being offered a jab. Source link
Image copyright Getty Images Pharmacists and GP surgeries are having to limit flu jabs to the most at-risk groups due to increased demand. The Boots chain has suspended its appointment booking system for anyone outside of the vulnerable groups, which include people aged over 65. It said it faces “unprecedented demand” for vaccinations, but NHS … Read more
Image copyright Getty Images Parents are being urged to make sure their children are up-to-date with all their routine vaccinations. The Local Government Association said high vaccine uptake could prevent infections and stop pressure being piled on the NHS. The childhood vaccination programme is continuing as normal while jabs given in school are being rescheduled. … Read more