Schedule the Updated Booster at Vaccines.gov

As COVID-19 variants continue across the United States, the government has responded by updating and expanding its vaccine program. Vaccines.gov is now offering a Search Tool for the Newly Authorized Bivalent Booster which promises to provide additional protection against COVID-19 variants. This booster is designed to be given in addition to the primary vaccine, helping people stay safe and healthy.

How to Schedule an Updated Booster

You can utilize Vaccines.gov to locate locations near you that carry COVID-19 vaccines and their contact info. Because the scheduling process at each location is different, you must make an appointment directly with the place you pick. You can also locate COVID-19 vaccination facilities by visiting the CDC’s Vaccine Finder.

What is the Cost for Getting the Booster?

None. Your booster is currently available at no-cost. Coronavirus vaccines and boosters have been free for all residents of the US regardless of their health insurance or immigration status. You may be asked to show proof of ID or health, but it is not a requirement.

What are the Side Effects?

COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. Hundreds of millions of people in the United States have received COVID-19 vaccines under the most intense safety monitoring in U.S. history. Visit CDC’s COVID-19 vaccines for more information.

Challenges Scheduling COVID-19 Vaccine

If you have difficulty reaching a vaccination site, you may be able to get an in-home vaccination.

Contact these services to see if they offer in-home COVID-19 vaccinations in your area:

• Your doctor or health care provider
• Hotline for Medicare recipients at 1-800-633-4227 (TTY 1-877-486-2048)
• Your state health department or call 211
• Disability Information and Access Line (DIAL) 1-888-677-1199
• Services for older adults and their families Eldercare Locator  or 1-800-677-1116

The Vaccines.gov team is constantly working to make the vaccine search and scheduling process as easy as possible for you. We welcome your feedback.