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May 2023
More Harrogate covid vaccine clinics to be available amid travel concerns
Health bosses in North Yorkshire have said more covid vaccine appointments will be available for Harrogate residents amid concern over a lack of clinics.
Officials at NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board said three pharmacies in Harrogate have been holding appointments for those eligible for a spring booster vaccine.
However, residents have contacted the Stray Ferret over concerns that the NHS booking website only showed clinics in West Yorkshire.
Currently, those who are vulnerable and over-75 are eligible for an appointment.
Those who wish to book a vaccine have to do so through the NHS website or by calling 119.
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But, residents in Harrogate who have tried to book a booster vaccine have found appointments are only available in Bradford or Leeds.
NHS officials said much of the vaccine campaign has been focused on those in care homes or who are housebound.
However, they added more local appointments should become available "over the next two or three weeks" to those who are eligible and will mostly be in GPs and pharmacies.
In response to the concern over travel, a spokesperson for Humber and North Yorkshire ICB said:
Those are eligible for a spring covid booster are advised to check the NHS booking service online or call 119, if travelling is an issue.
More information on covid vaccine appointments can be found on the NHS England website here.
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