COVID-19

COVID-19 vaccines available in the United States are effective at protecting people from getting seriously ill, being hospitalized, and even dying—especially people who are boosted. As with other diseases, you are protected best from COVID-19 when you stay up to date with recommended vaccines.

What You Need to Know

• CDC recommends that everyone ages 5 years and older get their primary series of COVID-19 vaccine, and everyone ages 12 years and older also receive a booster. Some people can receive two boosters.

• People who are moderately or severely immunocompromised have specific COVID-19 vaccine recommendations, including recommendations for a booster. Learn more about COVID-19 vaccine recommendations for people who are moderately or severely immunocompromised.

• Use CDC’s COVID-19 booster tool to learn if and when you can get boosters to stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines.

• The following COVID-19 vaccine and booster recommendations may be updated as CDC continues to follow data related to vaccine effectiveness and safety, waning immunity, and protection against variants.

Visit covidvaccinefinder.ct.gov to find a nearby clinic.

Frequently asked questions: 

• Can you mix COVID-19 booster shots? If you are 18 years or older, you can choose which of the 3 available COVID vaccines to receive as a booster shot, regardless of the vaccine type you originally received. If you are 12-17 years old, you can get the Pfizer booster.

• Do i have to go to the same COVID-19 vaccine provider? NO! You do not have to go to the same provider you received your first two doses with. 

• What is the current guidance on timing of a booster after a recent infection with COVID? When the person is out of isolation and their symptoms have improved, they can receive a booster.

• How do i receive a booster? If you are eligible, you can receive the vaccine through your healthcare provider, a vaccine clinic, or participating pharmacies.

• Can i get my COVID-19 booster and flu shot at the same time? Yes. If it's time for your COVID-19 Booster Dose, get your flu shot the same day! Not eligible for a COVID-19 booster yet? Be sure to protect yourself from the flu by scheduling your flu shot today. While QVHD does NOT offer flu vaccines, find a site near you by clicking here!