Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19 Vaccines

COVID-19 vaccination is the safest and most effective way to protect against severe disease and death from COVID-19.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine for most adults age 18 or older. 

It is especially important to get a 2024–2025 COVID-19 vaccine if you are age 65 or older, are at high risk for severe COVID-19, or have never received a COVID-19 vaccine.

For adults age 65 years and older and those who are moderately or severely immunocompromised, CDC recommends a second dose of 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine, to be given 6 months after the first dose.

Parents of children ages 6 months-17 years should talk with a trusted healthcare professional about COVID-19 vaccination.

View information on COVID-19 vaccination from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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Updated July 2025

Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Food and Drug Administration