Prince Charles, 73, and her 74-year-old daughter-in-law Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall both contracted COVID-19 earlier this month. Charles has since returned to work.
01.02.2022 - 10:42 / dailyrecord.co.uk
Blue appointment letters are being sent to hundreds of thousands of Scots who haven't yet had their covid booster jab.
Around 83.5% of eligible adults across the country are currently classified as 'fully vaccinated' after receiving all three doses, according to latest figures.
However, from Tuesday envelopes are being sent out to the remainder in a "national mailshot" to encourage them to come forward for their jab.
From February 7 onwards around 580,000 eligible adults aged 18-59 will be offered booster appointments and Humza Yousaf has urged people to get protected.
The Health Secretary said: "While the number of Omicron cases continues to decline and restrictions are being lifted, it remains crucial that people complete their vaccination course in order that this improvement can be sustained.
"We know that in people who have had two vaccinations, protection against the virus wanes after time.
"However, recently published Health Security Agency (UKHSA) data indicates that initial vaccine effectiveness against hospitalisation of older people increases to around 90% two weeks after a booster dose.
"This is why it is so vital to get your booster so you can maximise the level of protection against serious illness.
"We urge those who haven't yet received their booster to take up the invitations being sent out this week in the distinctive blue envelopes so that we can continue to build on the nation's defences.
"Scotland has one of the highest uptake rates for vaccination anywhere in the world, and I hope this national mailshot will encourage the remaining adults to join the 83.5% of eligible Scots who have already received their booster or third dose.
"Vaccination continues to be the cornerstone of our battle against Covid-19,
Prince Charles, 73, and her 74-year-old daughter-in-law Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall both contracted COVID-19 earlier this month. Charles has since returned to work.
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