All adults in Tayside have now been offered both doses of the coronavirus vaccine.
In a positive step in the fight against Covid-19, it was revealed everyone over the age of 18 has now been given the opportunity to be double jagged in Scotland.
NHS Tayside thanked everyone involved in the local vaccination programme and Health Secretary Humza Yousaf MSP added his praise.
But he reminded people “not to leave the job half done” and asked those still to get their second jag to roll up their sleeve.
The vaccination programme is the biggest in the country’s history and in Tayside:
- More than 605,000 jabs have been delivered in Tayside since December 2020.
- 91% of over-18s have had one dose.
- 84% have had both doses.
Covid-19 Vaccination Programme Director Lynne Hamilton says: “I’m delighted we’ve hit this milestone as we reach the end of this stage of the vaccination programme.
“This is a huge achievement. It is thanks to the efforts of everyone in NHS Tayside: the health and social care partnerships, our GP colleagues, local authority partners and community volunteers who have supported the programme so far.”
Evidence shows two doses of the vaccines are more than 90% effective against hospital admissions from the effects of the virus.
Associate Director of Public Health Dr Daniel Chandler said: “It’s really encouraging so many people across Tayside have rolled up their sleeve to help protect themselves, their families and the wider community.
“We will continue running drop in clinics over the next few weeks so if you are eligible and haven’t yet been vaccinated there’s still time to get the jab.”
Health Secretary Humza Yousaf added his thanks saying: “To all those who haven’t yet had their second doses, please don’t leave the job half done.
“Even if the time since the first dose is more than eight weeks, people can still be vaccinated and I encourage them to come forward.
“We have made getting a vaccination easier than ever – head to one of the drop-in clinics being offered across the country or, if you prefer, book an appointment online at NHS Inform.”
An important milestone today as every adult has been offered both doses of the vaccine.
If you haven't had your jag (1st or 2nd dose) then plz attend a drop-in, call the helpline or register on the online portal to receive a scheduled appointment:https://t.co/f1cSgsXqrt https://t.co/6DqPAVmghS
— Humza Yousaf (@HumzaYousaf) September 12, 2021
“Students heading to university or college from anywhere in the UK or abroad are reminded to take up this offer.
“Indeed, in addition to drop-in clinics around the country, mobile vaccination units are visiting several further education campuses.
“Recent increases in case numbers mean it remains crucial everyone who is offered a vaccination takes up the invitation.”
