COVID-19 vaccine boosters now available to those 16 and up

JACKSON, Tenn. — Anyone 16 and up can now get a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department.

The health department says 16 and 17-year-olds are now eligible for a Pfizer booster dose six months after completing their primary COVID-19 vaccinations.

Those 18 and up who received either Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines may get a booster dose at least six months after their primary series.

Additionally, those who received a single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine can get their booster at least two months after receiving their primary vaccination.

The health department offers COVID-19 vaccinations from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Monday through Friday. No appointment is required.

For more information, contact The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department at (731) 240-1771.

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