July 07, 2021 - 1580 views
Take up of the COVID-19 vaccine by 30-39 year olds in North Wales has been disappointing, explains Gill Harris Director of Nursing and Midwifery at Betsi Cadwaladr Health Board.
Despite this, it has been revealed that almost 9 out of 10 people have received their first dose whilst two thirds now have protection from two jabs.
"At 69 per cent, first dose take up of the vaccine among people aged 30-39 is lower than we need it to be.
"We’re using a range of communications channels to urge those who have not yet come forward to get themselves protected, and have made it easier than ever for them to receive their first and second jab at a convenient date, time and location.
"If you turned down the vaccine when it was first offered but have since changed your mind, please book an appointment using our online booking service, or attend one of our drop in or mobile clinics (more on these below).
"We’ll be very pleased to see you and will take the time to discuss any concerns you have, before you decide whether to go ahead with vaccination.
"We remain concerned that when deciding whether or not to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, many younger people are underestimating the risk of developing ‘long-COVID’, which can be particularly debilitating.
"It doesn’t matter how old or fit or healthy you are, COVID-19 symptoms can be mild for some people but for others they can leave longer term damage, with long-COVID lasting for at least 12 weeks.
"Nearly one in five 25-34 year olds (18.2 per cent) had long-COVID symptoms like tiredness, muscle pain and difficulty concentrating 12 weeks after infection, the highest for any age group, according to a report by the Office for National Statistics.
"The COVID-19 vaccine can protect you against potential serious illness and the debilitating longer-term side effects of long-COVID.
"We’ve all missed out on so much over the last 16 months. As restrictions are gradually relaxed over the coming weeks, don’t let a refusal to take up the vaccine jeopardise your chances of getting back to enjoying life as normal."
Getting your first or second dose jab (after eight weeks) at a convenient date, time and location is now easier than ever. You can get yourself protected by:
Using the online booking service. New appointment slots are being added on a regular basis, so please keep checking if you haven’t been able to find an appointment the first time round.
Drop in to any of our vaccination clinics without a pre-booked appointment and where supply allows, you can receive your first or second dose (after eight weeks). Ysbty'r Enfys at Venue Cymru, Llandudno is the site most convenient for Conwy residents.
