COVID-19 Vaccine Information

Vaccines are one of the safest and most effective ways to combat illness.  

Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 is recommended for children and adults except individuals who are allergic to the vaccine or ingredients in the vaccine. The Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna vaccines are authorized for those 6 months and over. Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) vaccines are authorized for 18 and older. Individuals who are immune-compromised, pregnant, or breastfeeding, should check with their doctor before getting any vaccine.

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COVID-19: Frequently Asked Questions

COVID-19: When do I get my next dose?

VaxFacts

  1. General FAQ
  2. Long COVID FAQ


When do I get my next dose of the COVID-19 vaccine?

Information about vaccine schedules.

  1. Non-Immunocompromised Individuals
  2. Moderate to Severely Immunocompromised Individuals
Vaccine
Recipient Age
2nd Dose
3rd Dose
Updated Booster
Pfizer/BioNTech
6 months 
to 4 years		3-8 weeks 
after 1st dose		At least 8 weeks after 2nd dose

Pfizer/BioNTech5 years
to 11 years		3-8 weeks 
after 1st dose
At least 2 months after 2nd dose or last booster
Pfizer/BioNTech12 years 
and up		3-8 weeks after 1st dose
At least 2 months after 2nd dose or last booster
Moderna6 months
to 11 years		4-8 weeks
after 1st dose
Children 5 years of age and up may get a Pfizer BioNTech booster at least 2 months after 2nd dose or last booster.
Moderna12 years and up4-8 weeks
after 1st dose
At least 2 months after 2nd dose or last booster
Janssen18 years 
and up 

At least 2 months after 2nd dose or last booster
Novavax12 years and up3-8 weeks after 1st dose
At least 2 months after 2nd dose or last booster

VaxFacts:

Frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine.

  1. Side Effects
  2. Natural Immunity & Reinfection
  3. mRNA Technology
  4. Reproductive Health
  5. Vaccine Safety: Children & Adolescents
  6. Approval & Emergency Use Authorization (EUA)
  7. High Risk Groups