Lay off alcohol before your jab

PEOPLE getting the vaccine should not drink alcohol for two days prior to the jab and a fortnight after.

Drinkaware said alcohol could affect the body’s ability to build an immune response.

The charity’s Dr Fiona Sim, said: “We advise that you don’t drink any alcohol for at least two days before, and at least two weeks after.

“That’s to try to ensure your immune system is at its best to respond to the vaccine and protect you.”

Dr Sim also warned that heavy drinkers are at risk of becoming seriously ill if they contract the virus so they should keep their jab appointments.