A guide for people with a weakened immune system
How to get a first and second vaccine for children aged 6 months to 4 years old
Manx Care will invite eligible children for their vaccinations and arrange their appointments. If your child is eligible because they are at increased risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19, please wait to be contacted.
Additional vaccines for people with a severely weakened immune system
If you develop a new health condition or start treatment that severely weakens your immune system, you may need additional protection before autumn 2023.
How to get an additional vaccine
Your specialist will assess whether you need an additional vaccine. They will make a referral and advise on the best timing for vaccination around your planned treatment. Speak to your specialist for more information.
- Age 6 months to four years
- Age five to 11 years
- Age 12 to 15 years
- Aged 16 and over
Seasonal COVID-19 vaccine
You may be able to get a seasonal COVID-19 vaccine in spring 2024 if you're at increased risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19. For example, this may be due to a health condition or your age. For full details on the spring 2024 programme please visit COVID-19 Programme Update.
How to get a seasonal COVID-19 vaccine
Manx Care will contact you if your health record suggests you may be eligible.
When available, there may be different ways you can get a COVID-19 seasonal vaccine:
- booking your COVID-19 vaccine online
- going to a walk-in COVID-19 vaccination site or the Chester Street Vaccination Hub in Douglas
- through your care home
- call the Vaccination team on 111
- email the Vaccination Team at Vaccinations@gov.im
