Vaccinations for all 35 - 39 year olds opens in NI this morning
The vaccine programme in Northern Ireland has fully open for those aged 35 to 39 this morning (Monday).
Monday, 26th April 2021, 8:33 am
Following last week’s announcement that 35-39 year olds could avail of some limited availability to book a vaccine, the programme will now fully open to this age group.
Anyone born between 01/04/81 and 30/04/86 can book an appointment at a regional vaccination centre or participating community pharmacy.
If possible, booking for the vaccination centres should be done online at: covid-19.hscni.net/get-vaccinatedHowever, where online booking is not possible, the telephone booking number is 0300 200 7813.
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