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CDC Advises Additional COVID-19 Vaccine Dose for Older Americans

The recommendation targets those 65 and older to combat the ongoing threat of COVID-19, especially among the most vulnerable.

ERFURT, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 15: Medical staff member inoculates an elderly patient with a booster inoculation of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine against Covid-19 on September 15, 2021 in Erfurt, Germany. Booster vaccinations, which are an additional vaccination shot given to strengthen an existing full vaccination, are underway across Germany for elderly patients who were among the first to receive shots in the initial vaccine rollout. (Photo by Jens Schlueter/Getty Images)
A panel of advisers to the CDC recommends a spring COVID-19 vaccine shot for Americans 65 and older, aiming to boost protection among a more vulnerable population.
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Overview

  • CDC recommends Americans 65 and older get an additional COVID-19 vaccine dose.
  • The recommendation aims to protect this age group, which is at higher risk for severe disease.
  • Vaccination rates among older adults have been low, with only about 42% receiving the updated vaccine.
  • The additional dose should be given at least four months after the previous shot.
  • The decision follows data showing ongoing substantial COVID-19 transmission and hospitalizations.