Last week, the FDA and CDC gave us one more tool to protect the health of Americans during the #COVID19 pandemic: a Pfizer vaccine booster shot for people in three high risk groups. Here's what you need to know.
You are eligible for a booster if you're 6 months out from your last Pfizer dose and if any of the following apply:
1) You are 65+
2) You have a medical condition that increases risk of severe COVID-19
3) You work or live in a setting that puts you at higher risk of exposure
1) You are 65+
2) You have a medical condition that increases risk of severe COVID-19
3) You work or live in a setting that puts you at higher risk of exposure
Just as before, you can go to vaccines.gov to find some of the thousands of places around the country where you can get a shot.
For those who received Moderna or J&J: We want to ensure your protection is strong and reliable as well. The FDA is working quickly to get and process data from the companies with the goal of making booster recommendations for Moderna and J&J recipients in the coming weeks.
Boosters are an important tool, but there are many Americans who still haven’t gotten their first or second shot. We will continue our efforts to reach them and offer information, access, and support. Helping people get their first vaccine shots remains a TOP priority.
Finally, while vaccination remains our path out of this pandemic, we must continue to use other tools: wearing masks in public indoor areas, gathering outdoors or in well-ventilated spaces, and using testing to identify and contain infection early (e.g. in schools).
Our approach to COVID-19 will continue to be grounded in data and guided by scientists and public health experts. And we will continue to take all steps possible to protect our nation’s health and end this pandemic for good.
Finally, while vaccination remains our path out of this pandemic, we must continue to use other tools: wearing masks in public indoor areas, gathering outdoors or in well-ventilated spaces, and using testing to identify and contain infection early (e.g. in schools).
Our approach to COVID-19 will continue to be grounded in data and guided by scientists and public health experts. And we will continue to take all steps possible to protect our nation’s health and end this pandemic for good.
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