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60 million doses of coronavirus vaccine administered
The Department of Health and Social Care has said that more than 60 million doses of the coronavirus vaccine have been administered, with 37.9 million people receiving at least one jab.
This means that approximately 72 per cent of UK adults have received a first dose of a coronavirus vaccine, and 22.6 million with both doses (roughly 43 per cent).
New data suggests that the vaccines are reducing hospitalisations and deaths, saving more than 13,000 lives and preventing 39,100 hospitalisations in England by 9 May.
NHS England is sending texts inviting people to book a vaccination to those aged 32 and 33.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock said: “Shortly after vaccinating over 70 per cent of adults in the UK with a first dose, we have hit yet another incredible milestone with over 60 million doses delivered in total.
“Our trailblazing vaccination programme - the biggest and most successful in NHS history - is another great British success story and a testament to what can be achieved when all four corners of country comes together to defeat this virus. Our country has one of the highest uptake rates in the world and I’m delighted that so many have answered our call to arms. If you have not yet come forward, and you are eligible, I urge you to take up the offer - it could save your life and protect your loved ones.”
Appointments for second doses have been brought forward from 12 to eight weeks for the remaining people in the top nine priority groups who have yet to receive both doses.
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