Missing Vaccination Data
If you believe you have missing or incorrect COVID-19 vaccination data on your NHS app or on your GP record, please call 119 and ask the agent to make a referral to the Vaccine Data Resolution Service (VDRS).
The service has been set up to resolve missing or incorrect vaccination records for people vaccinated in England who have a current NHS number and are registered with a GP practice in England. The VDRS team will call you back within five working days to discuss your records.
However, please note 119 and VDRS call agents do not provide clinical advice and cannot help at this time with queries related to vaccinations received overseas.
If your query relates to personal information which is incorrect on the patient record (e.g. name, address), please email/call the practice and will be happy to help.
Regarding certificates or evidence about your COVID vaccination status
We are unable to issue this certificate at the practice. Please see https://www.gov.uk/guidance/demonstrating-your-covid-19-vaccination-status-when-travelling-abroad for further information.
Proof of your vaccination status will be available in the NHS app from 17th May 2021, and in some of the other apps that provide you with Patient online services. If you already have access/ login details for patient online services, for example “Patient Access”, you may use this.
The NHSapp can be downloaded from:
https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/nhs-app/id1388411277 for iPhone/iOS
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nhs.online.nhsonline for Android.
If you have not used it before, there is a self-registration process within the app to create an “NHS login” as per https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/online-services/nhs-log-in/
Alternatively, you can call the NHS helpline on 119 (from 17 May) and ask for a letter to be posted to you. This must be at least 5 days after you’ve completed your course of the vaccine. The letter may to take another 5 days to reach you, or more if postal services are affected. Please take account of this when making your plans.
Book, Cancel or Change a Covid-19 Vaccination Appointment
Please remember the offer to have your vaccination is ‘evergreen’, meaning if you are still yet to have your first or second dose you can book these anytime.
You will need to book your appointment via the national NHS booking service. This will allow you to find a suitable date and time at a site including Marcham Road Health Centre (Abingdon), the Kassam Stadium vaccination centre (or other large centre in a neighbouring county) and a participating community pharmacy.
If you are in priority groups 1-9 and had your first dose at Clifton Hampden Village Hall but are yet to have your second dose, please use the National Booking Service or call 119 to book your second vaccination.
We will update this information regularly and you can find more information:
Covid-19 symptoms and what to do
NHS England has updated a leaflet for patients with suspected coronavirus who have not been admitted to hospital and will be isolating at home. Please click here to view it.
Coronavirus Advice
For general advice about coronavirus, please visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/.
For medical advice about coronavirus symptoms, you can:
- Visit https://111.nhs.uk/covid-19/ to check your symptoms
- Call 111
For all other medical concerns, you can:
- Call us during normal working hours on (01865) 407 888
- Email us at bobicb.chadmin@nhs.net (if non-urgent)
- Use the eConsult service on our homepage (if non-urgent)
Our receptionists can arrange a phone call with a doctor or nurse. The doctor or nurse can then arrange a video or in-person appointment if necessary.
Update from Oxford University Hospitals
For information about coronavirus from Oxford University Hospitals please see here
Getting Help When Self-Isolating
If you are self-isolating because you have or might have coronavirus, please visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/self-isolation-and-treatment/ for advice.
If you are self-isolating because you are at high risk from coronavirus, please visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/people-at-higher-risk/advice-for-people-at-high-risk/ for advice.
NHS Volunteer Responders
NHS Volunteer Responders offers help and support for people who are avoiding public places during the coronavirus pandemic. Volunteers can help with things such as shopping, delivering medications and providing transport to medical appointments. They also offer a listening ear if you just need someone to talk to.
You can self-refer by calling 08081 963 646 (available 8.00am to 8.00pm, seven days a week), or you can ask your health or social care worker to refer you.
For more information, please visit https://volunteering.royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk/nhs-volunteer-responders-portal/isolating.
Abingdon Community Response
Abingdon Community Response volunteers can help you with shopping or picking up prescriptions, or are available for a friendly chat.
For more information, or to get help, please visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/2625695837712362/.
AbiMeds – Abingdon Community Medicine Delivery
Volunteers at AbiMeds can deliver your medications to you.
To make a request, you can:
- Visit their website at https://abimeds.org/?fbclid=IwAR0yWAEIaKT75YrV42Ex0w6fwd0cVdZVnHhYlDo_oy_QkX7Hr4d0gde0ckI
- Visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/AbiMeds/
- Email abimedshester@gmail.com
COVID-19 Support in Abingdon (Supported by Abingdon Lions Club)
Information about local services, such as shops, pharmacies, transport, and support groups. Includes opening hours and contact details.
https://abingdon.help
Coronavirus and Your Wellbeing – Mind
A guide for making sure you are well prepared for self-isolation.
https://www.oxfordshiremind.org.uk/coronavirus-and-your-wellbeing/
24/7 Mental Health Helpline for Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
A 24/7 helpline to offer mental health advice during the coronavirus pandemic.
Adults who need advice should call 08007 830 119 or (01865) 904 997.
Children or young people who need advice should call 08007 830 121 or (01865) 904 998.
http://24/7 Mental Health Helpline for Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire
Coping Calendar – Action for Happiness
30 ways to stay happy and healthy while self-isolating.
https://www.actionforhappiness.org/media/863032/coping_calendar.jpg
Walking for Wellbeing Goes Virtual – Mind
Join Francesca on a virtual walking tour of the world, and enjoy the weekly newsletter.
https://us6.campaign-archive.com/home/?u=a68404bc5fcce8549fac48a31&id=667fd88f7e
Stay Fit at Home – Sport England
Take part in the Stay In Work Out to stay fit and active from your living room.
https://www.sportengland.org/jointhemovement#get_active_at_home
Generation Games – Age UK
Age UK has uploaded some great home exercise videos for older people.
https://generationgames.org.uk/
Coronavirus Data Sharing Notice
The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care has directed NHS Digital to collect and analyse data from providers and other organisations involved in managing the COVID-19 response and then disseminate information and analysis to other bodies for the purpose of planning and managing the response. NHS England and NHS Improvement have been given legal notice to support the processing and sharing of information to help the COVID-19 response under Health Service Control of Patient Information Regulations 2002.
Individual healthcare organisations and Local Authorities have also been given legal notice under the same regulations to support the processing and sharing of information to help the COVID-19 response. This is to ensure that confidential patient information can be used and shared appropriately and lawfully for purposes related to the COVID-19 response.
Please see link to the COPI Notice here.
This notice applies to:
- All providers of healthcare
- All GP practices
- All Department of Health and Social Care’s Arm’s Length Bodies
- Local Authorities
COVID19 Vaccine FAQs
Is the NHS confident the vaccine is safe?
Yes. The NHS will not offer any Covid-19 vaccinations to the public until experts have signed off that it is safe to do so. The MHRA, the official UK regulator, have said this vaccine is very safe and highly effective, and we have full confidence in their expert judgement and processes.
As with any medicine, vaccines are highly regulated products. There are checks at every stage in the development and manufacturing process, and continued monitoring once it has been authorised and is being used in the wider population.
How long does the vaccine take to become effective?
The COVID-19 vaccination will reduce the chance of your suffering from COVID-19 disease. You may not be protected until at least seven days after your second dose of the vaccine.
Why is it important to get your COVID-19 vaccination?
If you’re a frontline worker in the NHS, you are more likely to be exposed to COVID-19 at work.
Getting your COVID-19 vaccination as soon as you can, should protect you and may help to protect your family and those you care for.
The COVID-19 vaccine should help reduce the rates of serious illness and save lives and will therefore reduce pressure on the NHS and social care services.
Is the vaccine vegan/vegetarian friendly?
Yes, the Pfizer vaccine does not contain any meat derivatives or porcine products.
If, and when, further vaccines are approved we will publish information about known allergens or ingredients that are important for certain faiths, cultures and beliefs.
Who cannot have the vaccine?
The COVID-19 vaccination is not recommended for women who are pregnant.
People who are suffering from a fever-type illness should also postpone having the vaccine until they have recovered.
How effective is the COVID-19 vaccine?
This is all included in the information published by the MHRA, and Public Health England will also be publishing more resources for patients and professionals. People can be assured the NHS will ensure that they have all the necessary information on those vaccines that are approved by the MHRA before they attend for their vaccination.
Is the NHS confident the vaccine will be safe?
Yes. The NHS would not offer any COVID-19 vaccinations to the public until it is safe to do so. The MHRA, the official UK regulator authorising licensed use of medicines and vaccines by healthcare professionals, has made this decision, and we have full confidence in their expert judgement and processes.
As with any medicine, vaccines are highly regulated products. There are checks at every stage in the development and manufacturing process.
What is the evidence to show the vaccine is safe for BAME communities?
The phase three study of the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine demonstrated a vaccine efficacy of 95%, with consistent efficacy across age, gender and ethnicity. Overall, among the participants who received the COVID-19 vaccine 82.1% were White, 9.6% were Black or African American, 26.1% were Hispanic/Latino, 4.3% were Asian and 0.7% were Native American/Alaskan.
I’m currently ill with COVID-19, can I get the vaccine?
People currently unwell and experiencing COVID-19 symptoms should not receive the COVID-19 vaccine until they have recovered.
Do people who have already had COVID-19 get vaccinated?
Yes, they should get vaccinated. There is no evidence of any safety concerns from vaccinating individuals with a past history of COVID-19 infection, or with detectable COVID-19 antibody, so people who have had COVID-19 disease (whether confirmed or suspected) can still receive the COVID-19 vaccine when it is their time to do so.
Are there any known or anticipated side effects?
Like all medicines, vaccines can cause side effects. Most of these are mild and short-term, and not everyone gets them. Even if you do have symptoms after the first dose, you still need to have the second dose. You may not be protected until at least seven days after your second dose of the vaccine.
Very common side effects include:
Having a painful, heavy feeling and tenderness in the arm where you had your injection. This tends to be worst around 1-2 days after the vaccine
Feeling tired
Headache
General aches, or mild flu like symptoms
As with all vaccines, appropriate treatment and care will be available in case of a rare anaphylactic event following administration.
How many doses of the vaccine will be required and when?
You are required to have two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, 21 days apart. You may not be protected until at least seven days after your second dose of vaccine.
I have had my flu vaccine, do I need the COVID-19 vaccine as well?
The flu vaccine does not protect you from COVID-19. As you are eligible for both vaccines you should have them both, but normally separated by at least a week.
Will the COVID-19 vaccine protect me from flu?
No, the COVID-19 vaccine will not protect you against the flu. If you have been offered a flu vaccine, please try to have this as soon as possible to help protect you, your family and patients from flu this winter.