NHS Covid booster booking website crashes
THE NHS website has crashed as millions of Brits rush to get their booster jab following Boris Johnson's Omicron warnings last night.
Those trying to book their third vaccination online have been told since 8pm yesterday that the site is "currently experiencing technical difficulties".The NHS website has crashed as Brits rush to book boosters following Boris Johnson's Omicron warningsAfter being placed in a 'queue', many users found they were unable to access the booking form at all.Some who tried for hours to book their jab described it as "harder than getting Glastonbury tickets".
Those who urgently need medical help or advice, but are not suffering a life-threatening condition, should call 111 to speak to an adviser.In a major announcement, he revealed the launch of the Omicron Emergency Boost - givingHe warned that two doses of the jab are "simply not enough" to give the "level of protection we all need" as he implored people to get their boosters.
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