A series of walk-in clinics have begun offering first-dose vaccinations to students in campuses across Northern Ireland. The North's health minister Robin Swann said the new Jabbathon drive was an effort to make the vaccine more accessible to the younger generations. Nearly 88% of adults have now received a first dose of a Covid vaccine in Northern Ireland, but concern has been expressed about lower uptake levels among younger age groups. (PA Graphics)But the health minister said there was optimism that the new initiative could make a difference. He said: “We have 60 different locations across Northern Ireland offering the vaccine.

Source: Irish Examiner September 13, 2021 13:30 UTC