COVID-19 vaccine information for people affected by lymphoma
Information on the UK's vaccination programme, including priority groups for vaccination.
COVID-19 and lymphoma
At Lymphoma Action, we've brought together the latest information about COVID-19 and how it affects people with lymphoma. This information comes from authoritative sources, including the UK government, NICE and the NHS, and is frequently updated to reflect the latest guidance.
If you have symptoms of lymphoma or signs of infection, please contact your GP surgery or your clinical team. It is important that you don't ignore symptoms that could be serious.
Read our news post about new treatments for COVID-19 available in the community for people at higher risk of becoming seriously ill if they develop COVID-19.
COVID-19 treatments available in the community for people at highest risk
People most at risk from COVID-19 can access new treatments in the community.
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Keeping yourself as safe as you can
This information will help you decide what you feel comfortable doing. We recap some of the main considerations and suggest things you can do to keep yourself safer.
Find out moreWe’ll keep this section updated with information from the government, frequently asked questions we receive from those affected by lymphoma and sources of practical and emotional support.
Third dose of COVID-19 vaccines being offered to people with severely lowered immunity
The UK is to begin a programme of third COVID-19 vaccine doses for people with severely weakened immune systems. This includes many people affected by lymphoma.
Antibody tests after COVID-19 vaccination
In most places, antibody tests to check your response to COVID vaccination are not routinely available on the NHS. Here, we list a few things to consider before deciding whether or not to pay for a private test.
Supporting you to manage uncertainty
Many people affected by lymphoma are likely to feel concerned now that restriction are lifted. We're here to support you and have put together these tips to help you manage.
Keeping yourself as safe as you can
This information will help you decide what you feel comfortable doing. We recap some of the main considerations and suggest things you can do to keep yourself safer.
People at higher risk of serious illness due to COVID-19
Information on people who are considered to be at risk of severe illness from COVID-19. This includes people affected by lymphoma.
Distance Aware Badge
Order our free 'distance aware badge' which you can wear to remind people to social distance when possible.
Changes to your lymphoma treatment due to COVID-19
Due to COVID-19, there might be some changes to how you have your lymphoma treatment.
COVID-19 vaccines webinar and COVID-19 videos
In response to a growing number of questions, on 11 August 2021 we hosted a webinar specifically on COVID-19 vaccines. Our panel of UK lymphoma specialists discussed antibodies, current studies and trials and booster vaccines.