I hope this finds you all healthy and safe. Below you will find public health updates regarding COVID-19 booster shots. As we move into the holiday season, remember to do the basic things to stay healthy - wash your hands, wear a mask when you cannot distance, get good sleep! We will continue to keep you apprised of available resources and trusted sources of information regarding the public health crisis. Please let us know if we can be of assistance.

All Fully Vaccinated Individuals 18+ are encouraged to get COVID-19 Boosters

Effective immediately, all Massachusetts residents aged 18 and over are now eligible to receive a COVID-19 booster six months after receiving the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or two months since receiving a Johnson & Johnson single dose vaccine. 

Massachusetts residents can get booster shots from more than 1,000 locations, with appointments now available across the Commonwealth. CDC recommendations allow for the mixing and matching of different COVID-19 booster doses, and eligible individuals may choose which vaccine they receive as a booster dose. Residents with questions about booster shots should ask their health care provider for advice.

If you are eligible, here are the steps to find a convenient location to get a COVID-19 booster:

Vaccines are widely available in Massachusetts. Getting vaccinated is the most important thing people can do to protect themselves, their families, and their community.

The COVID-19 vaccine can be given at the same time as the annual flu shot. Remember to ask your health care provider or pharmacist for both vaccines.

The COVID-19 booster is safe, effective, and free. People do not need an ID or health insurance to get a booster shot and do not need to show a vaccine card when getting a booster. Additional information on the COVID-19 booster, including FAQs, can be found at mass.gov/COVID19booster.

For more information on the delta variant and other variants of COVID-19, visit the CDC's website here.