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WHICH COVID-19 VACCINES ARE AVAILABLE IN VIRGINIA?

Ages 6 years +

One dose 

Ages 6 months to 5 years 

Moderna: 2 doses
Pfizer: 1 dose if aged 5 years; 3 doses if aged 6 months to 4 years 


Additional Dose(s)
Recommended, based on age or other health conditions 

65 years + 
Bivalent vaccine dose: At least 4 months after the initial bivalent dose 

If immunocompromised:
Bivalent vaccine dose: At least 2 months after the last bivalent dose*** 

Primary Vaccine Series
The initial vaccine schedule

Ages 12 years +

2 doses, 3 weeks* apart

Additional Dose(s)
Recommended, based on age, after completing a primary series

Ages 12 years +
Bivalent vaccine dose: At least 2 months after the Novavax primary series

Option-
Ages 18 years +
Novavax Monovalent booster: At least 6 months after primary series**

If immunocompromised:

Ages 12 years +
Bivalent vaccine dose: At least 2 months after the Novavax primary series***

* Healthcare providers may recommend an extended interval of 3-8 weeks between doses of the Novavax vaccine, based on the individual's age and health conditions. 

**The Novavax booster is an option for people aged 18 years or older who have not received any booster dose(s), and are unable to receive an mRNA vaccine (for example, not accessible or medically appropriate) or who would not receive an mRNA vaccine dose otherwise.

***Additional doses may be determined by a healthcare provider.

For the most updated recommendations about COVID-19 vaccines, visit the CDC website. 

Updated recommendations for bivalent mRNA COVID-19 vaccines (Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna)* 

COVID-19 Vaccination Status General population aged 6 years or older Children aged 6 months to 5 years Older adults (aged 65 years or older) People aged 6 months or older who have a weakened immune system
Has not yet received any dose Recommended to get 1 dose of a bivalent vaccine. Recommended to get a bivalent vaccine. For Moderna: 2 doses. For Pfizer: 1 dose if aged 5 years; 3 doses if aged 6 months to 4 years. Recommended to get 2 doses of a bivalent vaccine, separated by at least 4 months. Recommended to get at least 2 doses of a bivalent vaccine, separated by at least 1–2 months, depending on age and vaccine type. Additional doses may be determined by the healthcare provider.
Has received at least 1 vaccine dose If received a bivalent vaccine dose, then an additional bivalent vaccine dose is not recommended. If have not received a bivalent vaccine dose, then recommended to get 1 dose of bivalent vaccine. Recommended to get a bivalent vaccine dose; the number of doses depends on vaccine type and history. If received a bivalent vaccine dose, then recommended to get 1 additional bivalent dose at least 4 months after initial bivalent dose. If have not received a bivalent vaccine dose, then recommended to get 2 doses of a bivalent vaccine separated by at least 4 months. Recommended to get at least 2 doses of a bivalent vaccine, separated by at least 1–2 months, depending on age and vaccine type, and vaccine history. Additional doses may be determined by the healthcare provider.

*These recommendations do not apply to Novavax and Janssen (J&J) COVID-19 vaccines, which are not bivalent mRNA vaccines. If you are unsure of the vaccines doses you previously received, check with your healthcare provider(s) who administered your vaccine(s), or you may find your vaccination record here. 

COVID-19 VACCINES FOR CHILDREN

The COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective at preventing severe illness and death. CDC recommends everyone ages 6 months and older get vaccinated against COVID-19. COVID-19 can cause disruptions for families and children, and vaccination can help minimize disruptions and decrease the chance of spreading the virus.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Top Frequently Asked Questions about the COVID-19 vaccine

Have more questions? Visit our Searchable FAQs [Español] to find your answer!

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE COVID-19 VACCINES

Every vaccine goes through the same steps to make sure it is safe and effective. The COVID-19 vaccines were developed more quickly than usual because the financial part of that process was sped up to help us fight this virus.

When bacteria or viruses enter our bodies, they attack and multiply. This invasion is called an infection. The immune system fights back to protect the body’s cells. To help train your immune system to protect you from disease, we use vaccines. Vaccines do this by:

  • Imitating an infection
  • Helping the body’s immune system
  • Teaching the body to “remember” how to fight the bacteria or virus in the future

Additional information about the COVID-19 vaccines

How are vaccines developed? [Español]

Every vaccine goes through the same steps to make sure it is safe and effective. The COVID-19 vaccines were developed more quickly than usual because the financial part of that process was sped up to help us fight this virus.

How vaccines work?

When bacteria or viruses enter our bodies, they attack and multiply. This invasion is called an infection. The immune system fights back to protect the body’s cells. To help train your immune system to protect you from disease, we use vaccines. Vaccines do this by:

  • Imitating an infection
  • Helping the body’s immune system
  • Teaching the body to “remember” how to fight the bacteria or virus in the future

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