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Disabled Man Faces Covid Vaccine Access Challenges

10/15/2025

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David Setters, a 68-year-old man with Motor Neurone Disease (MND), was shocked to be deemed ineligible for a Covid vaccination due to new NHS criteria.
The NHS now directs patients to pharmacies where the vaccine costs approximately £100.
Liberal Democrat MP Chris Coghlan criticized the lack of communication about eligibility, highlighting that many vulnerable individuals face difficulties securing appointments.
The UK Health Security Agency stated that clinical judgment is crucial in assessing individual risks.
Setters has since scheduled a vaccination date with his GP.

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David Setters, a 68-year-old man with Motor Neurone Disease (MND), was shocked to be deemed ineligible for a Covid vaccination due to new NHS criteria.
The NHS now directs patients to pharmacies where the vaccine costs approximately £100.
Liberal Democrat MP Chris Coghlan criticized the lack of communication about eligibility, highlighting that many vulnerable individuals face difficulties securing appointments.
The UK Health Security Agency stated that clinical judgment is crucial in assessing individual risks.
Setters has since scheduled a vaccination date with his GP.