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If you are having a hard time finding a location to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, https://vaccines.gov  is the perfect website for you. Image for illustration purposes.
If you are having a hard time finding a location to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, https://vaccines.gov  is the perfect website for you. Image for illustration purposes.

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If you are having a hard time finding a location to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, https://vaccines.gov  is the perfect website for you. It is a very useful tool in finding a location to get a vaccine for you or your loved ones. It is as simple as entering your zip code and how many miles radius you would like to search. You will be given a map and a list of these locations, along with addresses and phone numbers. 

Here is a sample of what you will see if you were to enter 78501 as a zip code with a 25-mile radius. 

Follow this link to find a location closest to you:

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Https://www.vaccines.gov/search

If you need further help, feel free to call 1-800-232-0233. They will be more than happy to assist you. 

Key Details about Vaccines and Boosters

  • If unvaccinated, Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna (mRNA vaccines) are recommended.
  • You are moderately or severely immunocompromised, find out more about getting an additional primary dose.
  • If you are fully vaccinated, you should get a booster shot if:
    • You received a second Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna shot more than 6 months ago and are age 18+ years
    • You are 16-17 and received your second Pfizer-BioNTech shot more than 6 months ago
    • You received a J&J/Janssen shot more than 2 months ago

Which booster should you get:

Most people, regardless of which vaccine they first received, should get Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna (mRNA vaccines) for their booster dose. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

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