Routine Pneumococcal PPV Vaccination Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine Booking Information Vaccination Clinics Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine (PPV) Pneumococcal Infection and Vaccination What is Pneumococcal Infection? Pneumococcal infection can cause serious illnesses such as: Pneumonia Meningitis Septicemia (blood poisoning) While anyone can be affected, individuals with certain long-term health conditions or those aged 65 and over are at higher risk. The Pneumococcal Vaccine The pneumococcal vaccine is the most effective way to protect yourself against infections caused by the most common types of pneumococcal bacteria. Administration: The vaccine is typically given as a single injection in the upper arm. Protection: Most people only need a single dose, which provides lifelong protection. Booster Doses: If you have chronic kidney disease or a spleen problem, a booster dose is recommended every 5 years. Who Should Get Vaccinated? All individuals aged 65 years and over. People with certain medical conditions, including: Spleen problems Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Heart, kidney, or liver conditions Chronic respiratory diseases Diabetes requiring medication Suppressed immune system For a complete list of qualifying health conditions and further information, please visit NHS Inform. Booking Information Accessing Pneumococcal Vaccination Appointment Information: If eligible, you will receive information about your appointment or how to book via letter, text, or email. Booking Options: Book or reschedule appointments by calling the Lothian Vaccination Enquiries Helpline. General Enquiries: Home visits, eligibility & any general vaccination queries: Contact the Lothian Vaccination Enquiries Helpline. Vaccination Clinics Locations, Opening Times and Accessibility Guides Accessibility Guides: Click the links below to view the Accessibility Guide of each of our Vaccination Clinics. Language Support: BSL Interpreters: Arrange in advance by contacting the Lothian Vaccination Enquiries Helpline. Telephone Interpretation: Available at all clinics. Inform the vaccinator or team member of your preferred language. Videos with information about Vaccines are available in English, Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Polish, Simplified Chinese & Ukrainian EAST LOTHIAN East Lothian Community Hospital Alderston Road, Haddington, East Lothian, EH41 3PF Open Monday – Friday, from 08:00 – 16:30. Closed 09:50 – 10:30 & 12:40 – 13:40. Clinic open by appointment only. Edington Cottage Hospital 54 St Baldred’s Road, North Berwick, EH39 4PU Open Monday – Thursday, from 08:00 – 16:30. Closed 09:50 – 10:30 & 12:40 – 13:40. Clinic open by appointment only. Musselburgh Primary Care Centre Inveresk Road, Musselburgh, EH21 7BP Open Monday – Sunday, from 08:00 – 16:30. Closed 09:50 – 10:30 & 12:40 – 13:40. Clinic open by appointment only. EDINBURGH The Gyle Gyle Avenue, South Gyle Broadway, Edinburgh, EH12 9JY Open Saturday – Wednesday, from 10:00 – 18:00. Closed 12:50 – 13:50. Clinic open by appointment only. Ocean Terminal Upper Level, Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, EH6 6JJ Open Tuesday – Saturday, from 10:00 – 18:00. Closed 12:50 – 13:50. Clinic open by appointment only. Waverley Mall Upper Level, Waverley Market Shopping Centre, 3/48 Waverley Bridge, EH1 1BQ Open Thursday – Monday, from 10:00 – 18:00. Closed 12:50 – 13:50. Clinic open by appointment only. MIDLOTHIAN Dalkeith Medical Practice Dalkeith Medical Practice, 24-26 St Andrew Street, Dalkeith, EH22 1AP Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday, from 08:30 – 16:30. Closed 12:20 – 13:15. Clinic open by appointment only. Eastfield Medical Practice Eastfield Farm Road, Penicuik, EH26 8EZ Open Monday & Wednesday, from 08:30 – 16:30. Closed 12:20 – 13:15. Clinic open by appointment only. Midlothian Community Hospital 70 Eskbank Road, Bonnyrigg, Dalkeith, EH22 3ND Open Thursday & Friday, from 08:30 – 16:30. Closed 12:20 – 13:15. Clinic open by appointment only. WEST LOTHIAN Bathgate Primary Care Centre Whitburn Road, Bathgate, EH48 2SS Open Thursday & Friday, from 08:30 – 17:30. Closed 12:20 – 13:15. Clinic open by appointment only. Carmondean Health Centre Carmondean, Livingston, EH54 8PY Open Monday, from 08:30 – 17:30. Closed 12:20 – 13:15. Clinic open by appointment only. Howden Health Centre Grounds of St John’s Hospital, Howden Road West, Livingston, EH54 6TP Open Saturday & Sunday, from 08:30 – 17:30. Closed 12:20 – 13:15. Clinic open by appointment only. Linlithgow Group Medical Practice 288 High Street, Linlithgow, EH49 7ER Open Saturday, from 08:30 – 17:30. Closed 12:20 – 13:15. Clinic open by appointment only. Strathbrock Partnership Centre 189a West Main Street, Broxburn, EH52 5LH Open Monday & Friday, from 08:30 – 17:30. Closed 12:20 – 13:15. Clinic open by appointment only. West Calder Health Centre 65 West End, West Calder, EH55 8EJ Open Wednesday, from 08:30 – 17:30. Closed 12:20 – 13:15. Clinic open by appointment only. Whitburn Health Centre 1 Weavers Lane, Whitburn, EH47 0SD Open Tuesday, from 08:30 – 17:30. Closed 12:20 – 13:15. Clinic open by appointment only.
