(WIVB) – The Erie County Health Department says there is a strong demand for COVID-19 booster shots at its clinics.
It says it’s still accepting walk-ins, but recommends signing up for the vaccine in advance.
COVID-19 booster shots are intended to help individuals age 18 years and older “boost,” or enhance, their protection against COVID-19, as the protection offered by the initial vaccination series may have decreased over time, according to the health department.
Those who should get a booster shot include:
New Yorkers 18 years and older who received the Janssen/Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine at least two months ago.New Yorkers 65 years and older or residents in long-term care settings who had the the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at least 6 months ago New Yorkers aged 50–64 years who had the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at least 6 months ago
People who MAY receive a booster dose include:
· New Yorkers aged 18–49 years with underlying medical conditions who had the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at least 6 months ago. They should consult their primary doctor ahead of time.
· New Yorkers aged 18-64 years who are at increased risk for COVID-19 exposure and transmission because of occupational or institutional setting, who had the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at least 6 months ago.
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