Children as young as 5 can now receive the new reformulated booster shot. And it now also targets the Omicron variants.
Both the boosters produced by Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna now include this.
After receiving approval earlier this month, they become available nationwide. And they are free to everyone who is eligible. This is a significant step in stopping the pandemic.
The boosters are important because they target the Omicron variant. And it first began to emerge at the end of 2021. And since then, it has become the dominate strain. But at the same time, it continues to mutate, creating new strains.
One step we can all take to reduce the spread and impact of new variants is to stay current on all vaccines and boosters.
Today, Covid is a vaccine-preventable disease. Vaccines are safe. And they are effective. More, even though there are “breakthrough cases”, they help to reduce serious illness.
How to get Vaccinated
There are many options. And many drug stores, Walmart and others provide it. And at no cost. Here are some methods: