Fighting Covid-19 in the Cincinnati Region
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Available Vaccines
Boosters are recommended for most people, and updated COVID-19 boosters can provide broader protection against newer variants. For more information on recommended vaccines, including boosters, please visit CDC.gov.
Adults ages 18 years and older
Pfizer-BioNTech
Primary Series: 2 doses, 3–8 weeks after 1st dose
3rd dose/updated Booster: At least 2 months after 2nd dose or last booster, and can only be Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna
Up to Date: Immediately after getting after getting the most recent booster recommended for you
People Who Are Immunocompromised
Primary Series: 3 doses.
Separate: Dose 1 and 2 by at least 3 weeks. Dose 2 and 3 by at least 4 weeks.
Boosters: 2 doses.
Booster dose 1: at least 3 months after the previous dose.
Booster dose 2: at least 4 months after booster dose 1.
Moderna
Primary Series: 2 doses, 3–8 weeks after 1st dose
3rd dose/updated Booster: At least 2 months after 2nd dose or last booster, and can be Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna
Up to Date: Immediately after getting the most recent booster recommended for you
People Who Are Immunocompromised
Primary Series: 3 doses.
Separate: Dose 1 and 2 by at least 3 weeks. Dose 2 and 3 by at least 4 weeks.
Boosters: 2 doses.
Booster dose 1: at least 3 months after the previous dose.
Booster dose 2: at least 4 months after booster dose 1.
Johnson & Johnson's Janssen
Primary Series: 1 dose
Updated Booster: At least 2 months after first dose or last booster, and can be Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna
Up to Date: Immediately after getting all boosters recommended for you
People Who Are Immunocompromised
Primary Series: 2 doses.
Separate: Dose 1 and 2 by at least 28 days.
Boosters: 2 doses.
Booster dose 1: at least 2 months after the previous dose.
Booster dose 2: at least 4 months after booster dose 1 (mRNA vaccine only).
People ages 18 through 49 years who received a J&J/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine for both their primary dose and booster can choose to get a 2nd booster of either Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at least 4 months after their 1st booster. The 2nd booster is not required to be considered up to date for people ages 18 through 49 years who got a J&J/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine for both their primary dose and 1st booster.
Novavax
Primary Series: 2 doses
- 2nd dose 3–8 weeks after 1st dose
3rd dose/updated Booster: At least 2 months after 2nd dose or last booster, and can be Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna
Up to Date: Immediately after getting after getting the most recent booster recommended for you
Children and teens ages 12-17 years
Pfizer-BioNTech
Primary Series: 2 doses
- 2nd dose 3–8 weeks after 1st dose
3rd dose/updated Booster: At least 2 months after 2nd dose or last booster, and can only be Pfizer-BioNTech
Up to Date: Immediately after getting after getting the most recent booster recommended for you
People Who Are Immunocompromised
Primary Series: 3 doses.
Separate: Dose 1 and 2 by at least 3 weeks. Dose 2 and 3 by at least 4 weeks.
Boosters: 2 doses.
Booster dose 1: at least 3 months after the previous dose.
Booster dose 2: at least 4 months after booster dose 1.
Moderna
Primary Series: 2 doses
- 2nd dose 4–8 weeks after 1st dose
3rd dose/updated Booster: At least 2 months after 2nd dose or last booster, and can only be Pfizer-BioNTech
Up to Date: Immediately after getting after getting the most recent booster recommended for you
Novavax
Primary Series: 2 doses
- 2nd dose 3–8 weeks after 1st dose
3rd dose/updated Booster: At least 2 months after 2nd dose or last booster, and can only be Pfizer-BioNTech
Up to Date: Immediately after getting after getting the most recent booster recommended for you
Children ages 5-11 years old
Pfizer-BioNTech
Primary Series: 2 doses
- 2nd dose 3-8 weeks after 1st dose
3rd dose/booster: at least 5 months after 2nd dose
Up to Date: Immediately after 3rd dose
People Who Are Immunocompromised
Primary Series: 3 doses.
Separate: Dose 1 and 2 by at least 3 weeks. Dose 2 and 3 by at least 4 weeks.
Boosters: 2 doses.
Booster dose 1: at least 3 months after the previous dose.
Booster dose 2: N/A
Moderna
Primary Series: 2 doses
- 2nd dose 4-8 weeks after 1st dose
Up to Date: 2 weeks after 2nd dose, since a booster is not currently recommended for children or teens in this age group who have received the Moderna primary series
Children under 5
Pfizer-BioNTech
Primary Series: 3 doses
- 2nd dose is given 3-8 weeks after 1st dose
- 3rd dose at least 8 weeks after 2nd dose
Up to Date: 2 weeks after 3rd dose since a booster is not recommended for this age group at this time.
Moderna
Primary Series: 2 doses
- 2nd dose 4-8 weeks after 1st dose
Up to Date: 2 weeks after 2nd dose, since a booster is not currently recommended for children or teens in this age group who have received the Moderna primary series
Frequently Asked Questions
What are common side effects of the COVID-19 vaccine?
Side effects are a normal sign that your body is building protection. In clinical trials, most children and adults had minimal side effects from the vaccine. To learn more, visit CDC.gov
Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe for children?
COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective for both children and adults. COVID-19 vaccines have been used under the most intensive safety monitoring in U.S. history, which includes studies in children. The vaccine can help keep your child from spreading the virus to others, and can also help keep your child from getting seriously sick if they do get COVID-19.
Will my child get sick with COVID-19 from the vaccine?
No, your child can’t get COVID-19 from any COVID-19 vaccine.
Is the vaccine safe for pregnant women?
Yes. If you are pregnant, speak with your healthcare provider to help you decide when to get vaccinated.
If I am fully vaccinated, can I still get COVID-19?
Children and adults who are fully vaccinated are at lower risk of getting COVID-19. However, if you are fully vaccinated and do get infected, you will most likely have mild or no symptoms at all.
Does the vaccine cost money?
The COVID-19 vaccine is free to all individuals regardless of insurance, immigration, or financial status.