FDA And CDC Announce Updated Vaccines

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the approval of an updated COVID-19 vaccine on September 13, 2023.  The FDA and CDC recommend this vaccine for anyone 6 months and older, no matter how many COVID-19 vaccines you have received. Just like a flu shot that changes each year, the new COVID booster is updated to match the strain that is making people sick this fall.  You can get the updated vaccine at least 2 months after your last COVID-19 shot. 

COVID-19 vaccine is no longer free, your insurance will be charged for the cost of the vaccine along with the administration fee. If you do not have insurance or your insurance does not cover COVID-19 vaccine, there are programs that allow you to be vaccinated for a donation.  Visit with your vaccine provider or NCDHD about the availability of these options. 

You can receive this vaccine at the same time you receive a flu shot. Contact your local clinic, hospital, pharmacy or NCDHD to see where and when you can get your COVID-19 vaccine.  This vaccine is available at all North Central District Health Department clinics starting today, October 5, 2023. For more information, check out www.ncdhd.ne.gov or call NCDHD at 402-336-2406.

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