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Supply of vaccines under Mutual Aid

30 November 2021Considerations to note when seeking to transfer COVID-19 vaccinations from one provider to another

COVID-19 vaccination and rare side effects including blood clotting

26 November 2021Information about rare side effects associated with COVID-19 vaccination focusing on blood clotting, myocarditis and Guillain-Barre syndrome.

Dosing information for COVID-19 booster vaccination

7 October 2021Guidance on eligibility of individuals to receive a reinforcing dose of COVID-19 vaccine, along with the recommended choice of vaccine

Administering COVID-19 vaccines to children and young people

19 August 2021Information on administering COVID-19 vaccines to children and young people. Applies to all COVID-19 vaccines.

Using COVID-19 vaccines during hot weather

2 June 2021Higher temperatures increase risks to safe vaccine use and storage. To minimise effects: control ambient temperature, assess risks, and mitigate against them.

Dosing information COVID-19 primary vaccination

27 May 2021Dose scheduling, actions when the intervals are longer than or less than recommended, and use of alternative brands for second doses

Preparing doses of vaccines using aseptic non-touch technique (ANTT)

21 May 2021ANTT minimises the risk of contamination transfer to critical surfaces. It should be used during vaccine preparation and assembly.

Using COVID-19 vaccines appropriately in temporary vaccination sites

22 March 2021In temporary vaccination sites, good medicines governance will ensure safe and secure handling. Key issues are listed and implementation tools are provided.

Storage requirements for each COVID-19 Vaccine

5 March 2021Specific requirements must be adhered to for each vaccine as per the MHRA information for health care professionals. We've summarised key requirements.

Maintaining the COVID-19 vaccines cold chain

5 March 2021Correct storage of the vaccine ensures its efficacy and the cold chain must be maintained during storage and transportation

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