COVID-19 Spring vaccination

If you are eligible for a spring dose it will be offered between April and June, around six months (and not before three months) after your last dose of vaccine. If you are unwell between April and June, you may be able to have the vaccine in July. If you will be turning 75 between April and June, you will be called for your vaccination during the programme – you do not need to wait for your birthday. 

Who is eligible?  

The spring dose will be offered to groups of people who are at greater risk if they get COVID-19. These are:  

• people aged 75 and older;  

• residents in care homes for older people; and  

• anyone aged six months and over who has a weakened immune system 

Why do some people need a spring vaccination? 

Like some other vaccines, levels of protection may begin to reduce over time. The spring dose will help protect you for longer. It will also help to reduce the risk of you needing to go to hospital due to COVID-19 infection. 

Immunosuppressed individuals are more at risk of serious illness from COVID-19. If you have a disorder affecting your immune system, are undergoing immunosuppressive treatment, or are taking medications that increase your risk of infection, you will be invited for your Spring COVID-19 vaccination. 

How will I be invited? 

The Powys Teaching Health Board Vaccination Service will contact you by letter to let you know when and where to have the vaccine. It’s important to attend the appointment when invited. If you are unable to attend or would like an appointment at the same time as a friend or relative, please let the booking team know so they can give your appointment to someone else.  

The booking team can be contacted by phone on 01874 442510 or email Powys.covidvacc@wales.nhs.uk  

We welcome calls and correspondence in Welsh. We will respond in Welsh without delay. 

Released: 27/03/2025