The NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde have passed a very special milestone this week as they celebrate one whole year since administering the first COVID-19 vaccinations in Scotland.

Over 2.1 million doses of the vaccine have now been delivered across the city by NHS staff who have worked tirelessly to ensure the safety of our local communities. 

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Dr Linda de Caestecker, Director of Public Health at NHSGGC, said: “The COVID-19 vaccination programme has been one of the largest and fastest deployments ever undertaken and our staff, along with our local authority partners, have responded amazingly well over the course of the past 12 months."

Glasgow Times: Pictured: Over 2.1 million doses of the vaccine have now been administered by NHS staffPictured: Over 2.1 million doses of the vaccine have now been administered by NHS staff

In the year that has passed since the first vaccine was administered, everywhere from major music venues to, town halls and sports centres have played a part in one of the biggest NHS mobilisations in history.

Now, NHS officials say that this community spirit and drive will be essential to our ongoing efforts in fighting the spread of COVID-19.

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Nurse vaccinator Paula Mcmahon, who was the first person to be vaccinated in Greater Glasgow And Clyde, said: “To see so many people come forward to be vaccinated is amazing.

“I am so proud to have been able to play my part.

“It’s really important that we can all do our bit to stop our friends and loved ones from becoming seriously ill with COVID, so please come and pay us a visit, if you haven’t already.

“We are here to help and support you and we promise to make it as painless as possible.”