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Published in General on Oct 1st 2021

COVID-19 Booster Shots: What Bay Area Citizens Need to Know

For the past couple of months, there has been a lot of talk about booster shots for the COVID-19 vaccine, including how it helps, who should get it, and who will be eligible to receive it first. Boosters are simply an additional dosage that enhances the efficacy of the vaccine and improves immunization.

To keep the global supply of vaccines in balance, boosters were initially not available in the US until recently. In late September, the FDA and the CDC approved that individuals within certain groups who received the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine would be able to get the booster shots. This article from the San Francisco Chronicle provides a thorough overview of some of the most important factors to know about the boosters, including who is currently eligible to receive it and how you can receive your booster shot in the Bay Area.