COVID-19 vaccinations

COVID-19 vaccines are offered to those at increased risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19 – this may be due to a health condition or age. Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation has recommended that the following groups should be able to get a COVID-19 vaccine this spring:

How to get the COVID-19 vaccine

If you’re eligible for an NHS COVID-19 vaccination, you can get your vaccine from:

  • Your GP
  • Participating pharmacies
  • Pop-up vaccination clinics
Find a vaccination site in your local area

If you are pregnant, you can get your COVID-19 vaccine from our maternity immunisation teams, who offer vaccines to women and people who are over 16 weeks pregnant in Basildon, Broomfield, and Southend. Our team runs drop-in clinics at the maternity departments of these hospitals. You can get your vaccine on the following days:

  • Basildon Hospital: Tuesday and Friday, 9am – 5pm
  • Broomfield Hospital: Tuesday and Wednesday, 9am – 5pm
  • Southend Hospital: Tuesday and Friday, 9am – 5pm

No appointment is necessary; simply visit the clinic during the hours listed. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact the maternity department directly

We understand that for some people, having a vaccination while pregnant can be worrying. If you have concerns or questions, please visit our drop-in clinics, where our healthcare teams can answer your questions and explain why we recommend these vaccinations.

Vist NHS.uk for more information on the COVID vaccination


Complex patients

Patients with a history of anaphylaxis to certain types of drugs that would like to arrange a COVID-19 vaccination can ask their GP to make a referral to the Complex Patient Team. Once referred a clinician will discuss vaccination options with you and assist with your vaccination.