LABELLE, FL. -- The Pfizer vaccine has now been authorized for booster doses.
The Pfizer booster can be administered 6 months after the second dose. At this time, combining vaccine types is NOT recommended. (If you received two Moderna vaccines or one J&J vaccine, you should NOT receive the Pfizer booster).
Those who qualify for the booster include:
Adults who are 65+
Adults who reside in a long-term care facility regardless of age
Adults over 50+ with underlying medical conditions
Adults 18+ with underlying medical conditions based on individual risk
Adults 18+ who are at an increased exposure to COVID due to employment (This includes healthcare workers, jail staff, daycare staff, school staff, and grocery store workers)
Additionally, a distinction was made between "additional doses" and "booster doses".
A booster refers to a dose given to those who had built enough protection after the first two doses, but protection has waned over time.
An additional dose is for someone who didn't get enough protection after the first two doses, such as the severely immunocompromised.
Information regarding booster doses for Moderna and Johnson & Johnson Vaccines will continue to be researched.
Visit the CDC’s Frequently Asked Questions page for information about COVID-19 vaccinations. Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19 Vaccination | CDC
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