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COVID JAB DECISIONS Over 200,000 people have received their first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine
Making your mind up
More than 4.25 billion people worldwide, 85 million people in the UK, and more than 200,000 people in Brent have, so far, received their first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine.
mind up
With over 70% of adults doubled jabbed across the UK, it is estimated that the Covid vaccine has stopped 22 million cases and prevented 60,000 deaths.
However, in London only 50% of adults are double vaxed and, with COVID still circulating around the community, anyone not vaccinated is at a higher risk of illness.
Many people have chosen to take the vaccine gladly and with relief. Other people have chosen not to – sometimes because they have questions or fears about the vaccine.
“We know not everyone has decided to take up the offer of a free vaccine yet,” said Cllr Neil Nerva, Brent’s Cabinet Member for Public Health, Culture and Leisure.
“If you are still deciding on whether the vaccine is right for you, I would encourage you to seek answers to your questions from trusted official sources – such as the NHS website – or talk to a doctor or GP you trust.”
Visit www.nhs.uk/coronavirus to do your research and make your own decision.
More details about the vaccine and how to get vaccinated in Brent can also be found at www.brent.gov.uk/vaccine
In London only 50% of adults are double vaxed
