26 August 2023

The Importance of COVID-19 Booster Jabs

According to the NHS, these vaccines proved effective in reducing the severity of illness and preventing hospitalizations and deaths. However, like many viruses, the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19 has mutated over time. New variants can pose challenges to the effectiveness of vaccines, making it essential to update the immunity regularly with the latest vaccine.


๏ปฟCOVID-19 booster shots are an additional dose of the vaccine given to individuals who have already received their primary vaccination series. These boosters play a  role in reinforcing the immune response, especially in the face of new variants, and extending the duration of protection.

Letchworth Pharmacy: Commitment to Community Health

The pharmacy is staffed by a team of highly qualified and experienced healthcare professionals who prioritize patient care and safety above all else. Their expertise in vaccine administration and adherence to all safety protocols guarantee a seamless and stress-free experience for those seeking booster shots.

Booking Your COVID-19 Booster at Letchworth Pharmacy

Letchworth Pharmacy has streamlined the process of booking and receiving the COVID-19 booster jab to ensure convenience and accessibility for all eligible individuals.


Once you qualify for the booster shot, booking an appointment is as simple as filling out a quick online form or contacting the pharmacy directly via phone, email or WhatsApp. Letchworth Pharmacy's team will guide you through the process, answer any questions you may have, and schedule your booster jab at a time that suits you best.

At Letchworth Pharmacy, we also offer the NHS Flu jab for eligible individuals, ensuring our community's safety and well-being.


Our Flu Vaccinations are administered by qualified healthcare professionals. Our team is trained to ensure a safe and comfortable vaccination experience. By choosing Letchworth Pharmacy for your flu shot, you can have peace of mind knowing that you're in capable hands.


The convenience of receiving both flu and Covid vaccinations simultaneously means you can protect yourself against these viruses efficiently and with minimal hassle. Take advantage of this opportunity to "kill two birds with one stone" and schedule your flu and Covid vaccinations at Letchworth Pharmacy today.


Book Your Private Flu Jab Today


But that’s not all. To maximise your response to the Covid jab (if eligible) and to minimise everyone’s  Covid risks, its essential to have the strongest possible immune system.

COVID-19

So now is the time to put your health first. Keeping your body in fighting condition is vital in order to avoid catching the virus, and there are a few simple steps that you can take to make all the difference to your immune system:

  • SLEEP: its free, no need for a prescription, but totally ignored. Getting your 8-hours sleep religiously is the best way to prep your immune system and its effective within a day or two. See our blog for more: https://www.prolongevity.co.uk/blog/sleep
  • EXERCISE: also free! With all this isolation we need to keep moving for the sake of our sanity as well as physical wellbeing. Walking is healthy and helps with immunity. If you can do a few minutes of brisk walking (get properly puffed) so-much the better
  • DIET: Eat the Rainbow! Key to our immunity is the microbiome – the bugs in our gut which do so much for us, including manufacturing our vitamins as well as helping control our weight and blood sugar. Look after your bugs and they’ll look after you! So no more McDonalds, PizzaHut and Doritos… Instead aim for lots of colours and lots of variety. A rich and varied diet will support a diverse and varied, and therefore resilient, microbiome. Aim to eat 30-40 different plants (veg/salad/fruit) each week
  • STRESS: It has been shown that dog owners live longer! In part because they walk more but equally because our canine friends are great stress-busters. Stress raises cortisol which in turn raises blood sugar and blood pressure. None of this helps our immunity or general well-being. Humans are social species yet we’re been told to isolate to avoid infection. Don’t’ ignore stress – focus on whatever stressbuster works best for you
  • VITAMINS: Supplements are no substitute for a healthy diet. We are not believers in expensive supplements which end up as expensive urine! That said we believe almost anyone will benefit from supplementing VitaminD + K2, Magnesium and Vitamin C in high doses. Selenium and Zinc are also worth considering. Drop us a line if you have any queries

If you would like to find out more about how to maintain a healthy diet, join our  Wellness with ProLongevity group: www.facebook.com/groups/278916313071738/


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