The latest development in the U.S. rollout of vaccines means a booster shot is now available for many Americans, including those most at risk of severe illness from the COVID-19 virus. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention made these recommendations on who is approved for a booster shot of the Pfizer vaccine: Pfizer boosters

· Age 65 and older
· Residents of long-term care facilities
· Ages 18-64 with underlying medical conditions or who are at increased risk for COVID-19 exposure and transmission because of occupational or institutional setting

All of the above must have also completed the two-shot Pfizer vaccination series at least six months prior to receiving their booster vaccine.

Dr. Shireesha Dhanireddy, the clinical lead for UW Medicine’s COVID-19 vaccination program, says UW Medicine is well-prepared to begin administering booster vaccines to those who now qualify.

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