The United States has achieved a key milestone in its vaccine efforts as the fight against COVID-19 continues. More than a million Americans have received revised COVID vaccines, which have boosted their immunity and addressed the persistent threat of new variants.
Given the latest data from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, uptake of the enhanced COVID-19 vaccine this year appears to be slightly slower.
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- Who can receive the vaccine?
- What is the updated vaccine?
- When did you start giving the vaccine?
- Where are people getting the updated COVID vaccine?
- How many people have received the updated COVID-19 vaccine?
Who can receive the vaccine?
U.S. public health officials are optimistic that Americans will get the new vaccines and suggest everyone 6 months and older get it.
What is the updated vaccine?
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On September 12, the CDC recommended the Moderna and Pfizer/BioNTech vaccines for everyone 6 months and older; An improved Novavax vaccine became available this month and is recommended for adults 12 and older.
The new COVID-19 vaccines have been updated to target the coronavirus strains currently circulating.
When did you start giving the vaccine?
According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, as of Wednesday Americans had rolled up their sleeves to receive the revised COVID-19 vaccines, despite concerns that some people are still having difficulty scheduling vaccination appointments or finding free doses.
This week, Americans also had access to millions of doses of a different improved COVID vaccine from Novavax. The Pfizer and Moderna shots were distributed after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended them on September 12.
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Last year’s booster, which targeted both the original virus and another version, was released about ten days earlier. As of September 28, 2022, nearly 7.6 million Americans have received the enhanced vaccines.
Where are people getting the updated COVID vaccine?
People in the United States are receiving the updated COVID-19 vaccine. This vaccine, like previous COVID-19 vaccines, will be available at partner pharmacies and doctor offices. Visit Vaccines.gov to find a location near you that sells the vaccine and make an appointment.
Vaccines are covered by insurance, including commercial insurance, Medicare plans, and Medicaid programs, according to the CDC. The Children’s Vaccine Program and the Bridge Access Program, respectively, provide access to uninsured children and adults.
How many people have received the updated COVID-19 vaccine?
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According to HHS, more than 7 million Americans have received the latest vaccines. About 14 million doses have been distributed to pharmacies and other vaccination centers, and 91% of Americans 12 and older can receive the vaccine within a five-mile radius of where they live. Additionally, more than 710,000 vaccines have been ordered through the CDC’s Immunizations for Children program, which administers vaccines to half of all children in the United States, according to HHS.
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