A lot of patients are calling to ask about when they’re able to get their first or second doses of the covid-19 vaccine.
From today onwards, we’ll post an update to our website every Monday, with the availability for each group, and actions you can take. Please refer to these updates rather than calling the practice, please.
We understand everyone is eager to get vaccinated as soon as possible. Please bear with us. We are making good progress through the priority groups and you will not be missed.
Our Reception team does not have additional information or access to lists for first or second jabs. The number of calls they are receiving is making it harder for other patients to get through.
Status by Group:
Priority | Group | Availability | Action |
---|---|---|---|
1 | Care Home residents and carers | Yes | We’re contacting patients / You can call us *If you are a carer and haven’t already received the vaccine, please refer to our guidance about Newcastle Carers* |
2 | 80+, Front line health workers | Yes | We’re contacting patients / You can call us *If you are a health worker and haven’t yet received the vaccine, please contact us so that we can code your records appropriately* |
3 | Aged 75-79 | Yes | We’re contacting patients / You can call us |
4 | Aged 70-74 | Yes | We’re contacting patients / You can call us |
5 | Aged 65-69 | Yes | We’re contacting patients / You can call us |
6 | Aged 16-64 with health conditions | Yes | We’re contacting patients / You can call us |
7 | Aged 60-64 | Yes | We will contact patients who haven’t already received the vaccine at a mass vaccination centre |
8 | Aged 55-59 | Wait | The mass vaccination centres have begun to send invites, however, we are not able to schedule your vaccine at present. If you cannot secure an appointment, please wait to receive a call |
9 | Aged 50-54 | Wait | The mass vaccination centres have begun to send invites, however, we are not able to schedule your vaccine at present. If you cannot secure an appointment, please wait to receive a call |
10 | Aged 40-49 | Wait | None |
11 | Aged 30-39 | Wait | None |
12 | Aged 18-30 | Wait | None |
Additional Information (Updated 15/03/21)
- If you’re attempting to book at a mass site and are being given locations outside of Newcastle and can’t travel, either keep trying as availability will change, or wait to be contacted by us.
- For information on second doses and the process for adult carers, please look at our earlier post at this link.11