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  • The updated COVID-19 vaccine targets the Omicron subvariant XBB strain that is the most common circulating right now.
  • Regardless of previous vaccination history, the CDC recommends a single dose of the updated COVID-19 vaccine for most people.
  • Children ages 6 months to 4 years old may need multiple doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to be up to date, depending on the number of doses previously received and their age.
  • The CDC recommends those 65+ receive an additional dose of the updated COVID-19 vaccine if it’s been more than 4 months since their last dose.

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  • It's important to protect yourself and stay up to date with vaccination as the COVID-19 virus continues to mutate. This formulation is designed to target the most recent variant.
  • Immunity can fade over time, and it leaves even vaccinated people vulnerable to infection. The best way to stay protected is to stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccines.

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  • Are COVID-19 vaccines safe?

    Vaccines have played an important role in protecting the health and safety of communities and nations throughout history. Hundreds of millions of COVID-19 vaccines have been administered safely. As a critical resource for care in our communities, Walgreens will remain focused on providing safe and convenient access to COVID-19 vaccines.

  • Is my COVID-19 vaccine at Walgreens free?

    The COVID-19 vaccine is covered by most insurance plans, although provider networks may vary. Those enrolled in Medicare Part B may also receive the COVID-19 vaccine at no cost.* Footnote

    Also, the CDC’s Bridge Access Program will provide free access to COVID-19 vaccines to adults 18 or older who are uninsured or whose insurance doesn’t fully cover all costs of the COVID-19 vaccine, through Dec. 31, 2024.

    If you have any questions, our pharmacists will confirm insurance coverage.

    *No cost to you. Vaccine either covered by insurance or government assistance. Vaccines subject to availability. State-, age- and health-related restrictions may apply.

  • What are the side effects of COVID-19 vaccines?

    According to the CDC and FDA, adverse reactions or side effects for most people are usually mild and resolve within a few days. The most common adverse reactions reported after vaccination in clinical studies included:

    • Pain at injection site
    • Fatigue
    • Headache
    • Muscle pain
    • Chills
    • Joint pain
    • Fever
    • Injection site swelling
    • Injection site redness

    Some people also experience:

    • Nausea/vomiting
    • Body aches
    • Swollen lymph nodes
  • Is the COVID-19 vaccine covered by insurance?

    The COVID-19 vaccine is covered by most insurance plans, although provider networks may vary. Those enrolled in Medicare Part B may also receive the COVID-19 vaccine at no cost.

    Also, the CDC’s Bridge Access Program will provide free access to COVID-19 vaccines to adults 18 or older who are uninsured or whose insurance doesn’t fully cover all costs of the COVID-19 vaccine, through Dec. 31, 2024.

    If you have any questions, our pharmacists will confirm insurance coverage.

  • Can I choose which COVID-19 vaccine I receive at Walgreens?

    The CDC has no preference for any authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccine. If you happen to have a preference, when scheduling an appointment you’ll be able to see which manufacturer is being offered for a specific appointment date. If the location you have selected is not offering your preferred manufacturer, you have the option to view additional locations and the manufacturer they are offering that day for your appointment. Vaccine availability varies by Walgreens location and not all may be available in all areas.

  • Can I get the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as my flu shot or other immunizations?

    Yes. You can get COVID-19 vaccines at the same time as other routine or seasonal vaccines, such as the flu vaccine.

  • How can I access my digital COVID-19 vaccine record?

    You can access your digital COVID-19 vaccine record through the Digital Dose Card page on Walgreens.com and on the Walgreens app. You can save your Walgreens COVID-19 vaccine record to Apple Wallet and Apple Health on an iPhone with iOS 15.1 or higher, and you can save it to Google Wallet on an Android phone with Android 5 OS or higher. Adding your COVID-19 vaccine record to Google Wallet can only be done from the Walgreens app (version 51.5 or higher) and not from a mobile browser.

  • Can I access my family’s COVID-19 vaccine history?

    Yes! You can view you and your family’s vaccine history at Walgreens through this link.

    To see your family’s vaccine history, you will need to ensure they are added to your account. To do that, follow the steps below:

    • Log in to your account
    • Navigate to Manage Family Prescriptions and add a Child or Adult.
    • Once the Child or Adult is added, you will be able to view their COVID-19 vaccination record on the Manage Family Prescriptions page.

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FAQs

How much time between COVID-19 vaccine doses? ›

‡ An 8-week interval between the first and second doses of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine might be optimal for some people as it might reduce the small risk of myocarditis and pericarditis associated with this vaccine.

What is the newest COVID vaccine? ›

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) approved the updated vaccines by Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna for everyone 6 months and older, and authorized an updated Novavax vaccine for those 12 and older in the fall of 2023.

Which booster is better, Pfizer or Moderna? ›

Which booster should you get? Adults and kids ages 6 months and older can get either an updated Pfizer or Moderna vaccine. The CDC recommends either of these vaccines for boosters. They don't prefer one over the other.

Can you get a Moderna booster after Pfizer? ›

Public health has also made it clear that it is safe to mix and match Pfizer and Moderna COVID vaccines for booster shots.

What is the interval for COVID vaccination? ›

You can consider a dose every 6 months after speaking with your healthcare provider. 5 – 17 years with severe immunocompromise, you can consider a further dose every 12 months after speaking with your healthcare provider.

When is the timeline for COVID booster? ›

Everyone 6 months and older should receive a bivalent booster dose at least two months following their last monovalent dose.

How long does the COVID vaccine last? ›

How long does the COVID vaccine last? Studies suggest COVID vaccines are most effective in the first few months following your shot. That's why when health experts recommend boosters or updated doses, they're usually given three to four months after your last COVID shot.

Which COVID vaccine is safest? ›

The CDC explained that the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are preferred due to a greater risk for developing rare but severe blood clots, called thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome (TTS), following administration of the J&J vaccine.

Is the COVID vaccine safe long term? ›

Side effects that don't go away after a few days are thought of as long term. Vaccines rarely cause any long-term side effects.

Which has worse side effects, Moderna or Pfizer? ›

This finding is consistent with prior evidence that adverse effects are more frequent in patients who receive the Moderna vaccine than in those receiving the Pfizer vaccine.

Is Moderna Booster better for seniors? ›

A booster shot with the Moderna vaccine offered older people better protection against COVID-19 if they had previously taken Pfizer jabs, researchers at the National Centre for Infectious Diseases (NCID) have found.

Can you mix COVID boosters? ›

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention recommends everyone over 6 months should get one dose of an updated mRNA COVID-19 vaccine. Mixing and matching any of the vaccines is okay, so there's no need to look for any specific brand when it's time to get the annual update.

What is a bivalent booster? ›

This booster is identical to the reformulated, or "bivalent," booster introduced in fall 2022 in that it targets two virus strains: Omicron subvariants BA. 4 and BA. 5 and the original SARS-CoV-2 virus. The bivalent boosters are available from both Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna.

What are the side effects of the new COVID booster shot? ›

COVID booster shots can cause side effects just like the primary series doses of COVID-19 vaccines. These symptoms may include headaches, muscle pain, and swelling at the injection site.

Which booster has less side effects? ›

Half-dose Pfizer COVID booster nearly as effective as full dose with fewer side effects.

How long should you wait between COVID jabs? ›

You will be invited to have your booster around 6 months after your last dose, but you can have it as soon as 3 months. If you are turning 75 years of age between April and June, you do not have to wait until your birthday, you can attend when you are called for vaccination.

What is the minimum time between vaccines? ›

Two or more injectable or nasally administered live vaccines not administered on the same day should be separated by at least 4 weeks (Table 3-4), to minimize the potential risk for interference.

How long do you have to wait between first and second Covid vaccines? ›

1.5 COVID-19 vaccine, a dose of XBB. 1.5 COVID-19 vaccine is recommended 6 months following previous COVID-19 vaccination or SARS-CoV-2 infection (whichever is later). Shorter intervals (i.e., 3 months to less than 6 months) following previous vaccination or infection have also not been shown to pose a safety risk.

How far apart should Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines be administered? ›

Unvaccinated individuals: Three doses of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine (2023-2024 Formula) are administered. The first two doses are administered three weeks apart. The third dose is administered at least 8 weeks after the second dose.

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