Guidance

COVID-19 vaccination: information for healthcare practitioners

Guidance for healthcare practitioners about the coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination programme.

Applies to England

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COVID-19 vaccination: information for healthcare practitioners

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Details

This document about the COVID-19 vaccination programme is intended for healthcare staff involved in delivering the programme. It includes detailed information on:

  • the background of the programme
  • the vaccines (as they become available)
  • vaccine recommendations and eligibility
  • contraindications and precautions
  • vaccine administration issues

This document will be updated regularly as more information becomes available.

Published 27 November 2020
Last updated 9 May 2023 + show all updates
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