Nov 14, 2024 · Getting another jab of the vaccine several months after the first round, called a “booster shot,” can help supercharge the vaccine’s effectiveness. The CDC recommends …

Aug 22, 2024 · As the summer surge of COVID-19 crests, many people are weighing whether they need to get booster shots now to protect against the disease (SN: 7/19/24). The U.S. …

Jan 6, 2022 · A booster dose refers to a single dose of a COVID-19 vaccine given after the protection provided by the primary dose(s) has begun to decrease over time. A booster dose …

Sep 1, 2022 · Updated COVID-19 boosters add Omicron BA.4 and BA.5 spike protein components to the current vaccine composition, helping to restore protection that has waned …

Sep 10, 2024 · Learn how to schedule an appointment to get your COVID-19 vaccine and know what to expect at your appointment. How to Look for Vaccine Providers Near You. Ask your …

Sep 13, 2023 · Updated versions of the mRNA vaccines roll out this week. Experts say they offer good protection against current COVID variants. Who should get them, and when's the best …

Nov 4, 2021 · Booster shots for Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines are available. The AMA answers questions about COVID-19 booster eligibility and more.

Aug 20, 2021 · Health officials are developing a plan to begin offering COVID-19 booster shots to all people in the U.S. as soon as this fall to maximize vaccine protection. But before booster …

Mar 29, 2022 · CDC continues to recommend that all eligible adults, adolescents, and children 5 and older be up to date on their COVID-19 vaccines, which includes getting an initial booster …

Sep 14, 2023 · FDA and CDC say yes to updated COVID boosters. Here's what to know about the new vaccine shots for fall 2023. Spokespeople for Moderna and Pfizer said people who …