Previously, only people aged 65 and over and younger people at high risk of severe disease or frequent institutional or occupational exposure to the virus were eligible for a booster dose. Now, all adults can receive a booster shot six months after a second dose of the Moderna or Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine or two months after the Janssen vaccine.
The decision was welcomed by President Biden, who said: “Today, the FDA and CDC concluded that all adults in America are now eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot. It’s a major step forward to accelerate our path out of the pandemic. You can get your booster and enjoy the holiday season knowing you have the highest level of protection.”
