More serious side effects rarely happen. Side effects may affect your ability to do daily activities, but should go away in a few days. Some people have no side effects. Some young people have developed inflammation of heart muscle or membrane after getting a Pfizer or Moderna vaccine. Read more in these CDPH fact sheets:. In most cases, discomfort from pain or fever is a normal sign that your body is building protection.
Contact your doctor or healthcare provider if:. If you get a COVID vaccine and you have a severe reaction, seek immediate medical care by calling Read more booster facts and booster questions and answers from CDPH. Additional doses of Pfizer or Moderna COVID vaccines are now available for those with moderately to severely compromised immune systems.
Talk to your doctor to see if getting an additional dose is right for you. If you meet these criteria, you can book your shot at My Turn. See questions and answers about additional doses. You can now get a digital copy of your vaccination record. See Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about your digital vaccine record.
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They may contact you for more details. Urge your friends and family to get vaccinated. If two shots are needed, get your second shot as close to the recommended interval as possible.
We have limited data on how well these vaccines work beyond this window. But if you get the second dose after 42 days, there is no need to start over. Children aged who get the lower-dose Pfizer vaccine should also get two shots 21 days apart. Booster or additional doses of these vaccines are available for those 18 and older who are eligible.
Read Booster shots and additional doses to see if you are eligible. Yes, after you complete your first vaccination series. Then you may choose another vaccine to receive as a booster dose.
Some people may prefer the vaccine they got before, and others may prefer to get a different booster. CDC recommendations now allow for this type of mix-and-match dosing for booster doses. If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, you can do so on the Manage your appointments page. Evidence is emerging that people get better protection by being fully vaccinated compared with having had COVID Wait until you have recovered and have met the criteria for ending isolation.
If you cannot leave your home, you can state this when booking on myturn. If eligible, your local health jurisdiction will arrange for your in-home vaccination. If you do not have a way to get to a vaccination site, you can receive free transportation through:. If you have Medi-Cal managed care, you can get transportation through your health plan or provider.
Contact them directly to arrange transportation to your appointments. Do NOT include personal information in your first email. DHCS staff will reply with a secure email asking for more information. If you need non-emergency medical transportation, please inform your medical provider. They can prescribe this service and put you in touch with a transportation service. Californians can schedule their booster shot at My Turn.
Read more about booster shots and booster questions and answers from CDPH. Additional doses of Pfizer or Moderna are recommended for people with compromised immune systems, specifically those who:.
If you meet these criteria, you can book your third dose at My Turn. Booster doses are not required to be considered fully vaccinated.
A vaccine will not cause you to test positive on viral tests. If your body develops an immune response, you may test positive on antibody tests. This shows that you may have protection against the virus. California law strictly limits how personal information about those who are vaccinated can be shared.
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Get Help to Quit Smoking? Check out home health service providers? Report a foodborne illness? File a complaint about a health care facility? The U. Get your materials here! Do you want a copy of your immunization record? Two shots, days apart Two shots, days apart Two shots, days apart One shot When will I be fully vaccinated? Not at this time Yes, for some individuals who have a weak immune system Yes, for some individuals who have a weak immune system Not at this time Is a booster dose recommended?
Vaccine Recommendations for Children and Teens. Booster Dose Recommendations:. For individuals who received a Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID vaccine , the following groups are eligible for a booster shot at 6 months or more after their initial series: We recommend that these groups should receive a booster: Ages 65 and older Residents in a long-term care setting Ages with an underlying medical condition.
In addition, these groups may also benefit from a booster based on their individual benefits and risks: Ages with an underlying medical condition Ages with an increased risk COVID because of where they work or live. Who qualifies for a booster dose? Find Your Vaccine Booster If you are eligible, you can receive a booster dose wherever vaccines are available. Why should I consider getting my 5—11 year old vaccinated? When can I make an appointment to get my 5—11 year old vaccinated?
Where can I make an appointment to get my 5—11 year old vaccinated? Will I need to get a booster dose? Does the recommendation for a booster dose mean that the vaccines are not working?
A booster dose is recommended to ensure their continued protection. While the COVID vaccine effectiveness against severe disease remains high for healthcare personnel and other essential workers, these individuals cannot work if they have even a mild COVID illness.
Additionally, they are at risk to spread the illness to their household members. These individuals may receive a booster dose Adults 18—49 who have underlying medical conditions are at increased risk for severe illness from COVID However, their risk is likely not as high as it would be for adults 50 years and older who have underlying medical conditions, or people who live in long-term care settings.
With the lower risk, the data do not support that everyone who falls into this group should get a booster shot. People 18 and older who are at high risk for severe COVID due to underlying medical conditions or their occupation should consider their individual risks and benefits when making the decision of whether to get a booster shot. This recommendation may change in the future as more data become available. No, they do not. If you are trying to become pregnant now or want to get pregnant in the future, you can and should receive a COVID vaccine.
Are the vaccines safe for people who are currently pregnant or breastfeeding? Yes, vaccines are safe for people who are pregnant or breastfeeding. COVID vaccination is recommended for all people 12 years and older, including people who are pregnant, breastfeeding, trying to get pregnant now, or might become pregnant in the future.
There is no evidence of miscarriages, stillbirths, or preterm births linked to the vaccines. In fact, getting vaccinated is especially important for pregnant people who have a higher risk of complications from COVID
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