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HELP!
Was just about to post this in Chatterbox, but then thought I'd get a wider audience here. I know some don't do the chatter.
7th October I received a text from NHS saying as I’m at increased risk of complications from Covid-19 I’m a priority to receive a booster jab. Followed the link, duly booked at Boots in Taunton, November 1st at 10.20am.
Heard nothing since.
Am I right in thinking without a booking reference or piece of paper on that day it will not be done?
Will the details come nearer the time and I can relax?
Unable to check the booking on the NHS site ‘cos I don’t have a booking reference. Have rung 119 whose automated system for queries (not bookings) will be in contact within 21 days. Not helpful.
What would you do? Somerset Trust, local councillor, MP?
Thank you.
7th October I received a text from NHS saying as I’m at increased risk of complications from Covid-19 I’m a priority to receive a booster jab. Followed the link, duly booked at Boots in Taunton, November 1st at 10.20am.
Heard nothing since.
Am I right in thinking without a booking reference or piece of paper on that day it will not be done?
Will the details come nearer the time and I can relax?
Unable to check the booking on the NHS site ‘cos I don’t have a booking reference. Have rung 119 whose automated system for queries (not bookings) will be in contact within 21 days. Not helpful.
What would you do? Somerset Trust, local councillor, MP?
Thank you.
- Pepper Pig
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We just booked OH's online and turned up. Didn't need a paper confirmation Dennis. OH isnt even regisztered on the NHS Covid app either.
- herbidacious
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I'd just turn up (unless it's a long and arduous trip, but maybe even then...), but I suppose you could try booking another as back up. (And see if you get a reference this time and/'or take screen shots on your phone/computer.)
I had a text to say I was elgible to hvae one, but when I try to book it it says I am not I rang the relevant number but htey cut me off because of a high volume of calls. I imagine I have to wait for my sixth month 'anniversary' which is next Friday.
I had a text to say I was elgible to hvae one, but when I try to book it it says I am not I rang the relevant number but htey cut me off because of a high volume of calls. I imagine I have to wait for my sixth month 'anniversary' which is next Friday.
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Boots automated message said, if you are ringing about jabs, the service is entirely run by the NHS, I've down everything suggested.
Gruney 2, in essence our surgery says the same as Boots. They’re only doing flu jabs, had that.
Herbie, reliant on others taking me so don’t want an unnecessary journey. I've tried booking again but even that asks for a booking number. Think that means I must be in the system, so will just turn up.
Really grateful for all your responses.
Gruney 2, in essence our surgery says the same as Boots. They’re only doing flu jabs, had that.
Herbie, reliant on others taking me so don’t want an unnecessary journey. I've tried booking again but even that asks for a booking number. Think that means I must be in the system, so will just turn up.
Really grateful for all your responses.
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I got a text from my GP practice and rang them to book the appointment (I don't/won't have the NHS app). I haven't had anything in writing - not even a text confirmation.
When I had the original 2 jabs, I made those appointments by phone too, with no confirmation.
When I've had the annual flu jab, I've never had confirmation for those either.
I'd try ringing Boots. If that doesn't work, might be worth trying your GP's practice.
ETA : Just seen your post Dennis - so ignore my last 2 sentences!
When I had the original 2 jabs, I made those appointments by phone too, with no confirmation.
When I've had the annual flu jab, I've never had confirmation for those either.
I'd try ringing Boots. If that doesn't work, might be worth trying your GP's practice.
ETA : Just seen your post Dennis - so ignore my last 2 sentences!
- herbidacious
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It does offer lots of option when you ring the 119 number which certainly suggest that they will text you conformation. But it's hardly surprising if it doesn't seem to work. (imo.) I hope it all works out, Dennis. Sounds like it probably will. I am sure whoever takes you won't mind if it doesn't. It's important to get it asap?
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Sorry Dennis, my post was unclear - I was trying to keep it short and reassuring. I received a text from NHS, telling me I was due for a booster, and to book via a complicated website arrangement, or ring my surgery. I chose to ring the surgery, who gave me an appointment - not at the surgery, but at the jabbing centre, the local Leisure Centre. They can't give Covid jabs at the surgery, because of the 15 minute post jab wait. There was no paperwork or ref numbers involved - just turn up at the appropriate time with a knowledge of you name and dob. It went like clockwork.Good luck.
- Pepper Pig
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Our experience exactly the same as Gruney’s. Panic ye not!
- Stokey Sue
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You can dial 119 for queries about booster appointments but as said you may not get through
1. They will find you, take your NHS number if you can
2. I've just booked my booster, and the web page doesn't automatically send you a confirmation, you have to ask for one, they expect you to write down the reference which is daft and the only part of the process that isn't very clear IMO
1. They will find you, take your NHS number if you can
2. I've just booked my booster, and the web page doesn't automatically send you a confirmation, you have to ask for one, they expect you to write down the reference which is daft and the only part of the process that isn't very clear IMO
- PatsyMFagan
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I got a text from my Dr to book my Covid booster including the link. Once I booked it I got another text confirming my appointment, then another text the day before my appointment reminding me ...
I think my texts all seem to have originated from my Dr ...
I think my texts all seem to have originated from my Dr ...
- Stokey Sue
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My previous texts came apparently from the GP surgery but I notice today's text for the booster came from NHSVaccine (number concealed) and I friend who is a local GP says the texts apparently from the practice actually came from the central organisation, they had no control or input
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Bro says he had a text to tell him he was due for his so he and SIL went to a walk-in place and had them. No problem. Apparently the chap filling out the paperwork said they were 6 days early, but by then the nurse had jabbed SIL and as she said ‘I can’t take it out’ so she jabbed Bro and winked.
He is classed as vulnerable because he’s having immunotherapy for multiple tumours, and SIL is down as his carer.
He is classed as vulnerable because he’s having immunotherapy for multiple tumours, and SIL is down as his carer.
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