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Drop-in adult vaccination clinics launched across Glasgow
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) has introduced the 'first-ever' sessions to give people the opportunity to speak directly with immunisation nurses about their eligibility and any medical concerns they may have.
The clinics are designed to offer a safe, supportive environment where adults can ask questions and get personalised advice.
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A consultant for public health medicine at NHSGGC said: "We've always encouraged people to ask questions at their appointments, and we're proud to now offer a dedicated space for those conversations.
"These sessions are about creating a safe, supportive environment where people can get the information they need to feel confident about their vaccinations."
The adult vaccination programme covers immunisations for Covid-19, flu, shingles, pneumococcal disease, and RSV.
Eligible individuals will continue to receive appointment invitations by letter, email, or text for one of 18 community clinics across Greater Glasgow and Clyde.
The new drop-in sessions will run throughout July and August at several locations, including The Piazza in Paisley, Whiteinch Community Centre in Glasgow, and the Stobhill Adult Vaccination Clinic.
These sessions will run alongside shingles and pneumococcal drop-in clinics, meaning eligible adults may also receive their vaccine during their visit.
No appointment is necessary.
The shingles vaccine is available to adults aged 71 to 79 as of September 1, 2023, those aged 50 and over with a severely weakened immune system or starting immunosuppressive therapy, and anyone aged 18 and over who has had a stem cell transplant or CAR-T therapy in the past two years.
The vaccine is given in two doses.
The pneumococcal vaccine is available to all adults aged 65 and over, as well as those with severely weakened immune systems or who are undergoing immunosuppressive therapy.
Pneumococcal disease can cause serious and potentially life-threatening illnesses, including meningitis, sepsis, and pneumonia.
Eligible adults will be contacted directly with appointment details, but can also attend the following drop-in sessions.
Full information on NHSGGC's adult vaccination programme is available at
Upcoming drop-in clinics include July 18, July 25, and August 15 at The Piazza in Paisley, and August 12 and August 19 at Whiteinch Community Centre in Glasgow.
Additional sessions will take place on August 25 at both Stobhill Adult Vaccination Clinic and GESH Community Centre in Glasgow.
