Vaccination
Everyone aged six months and older is eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Some people may need multiple doses. The number of doses a person will receive depends on their age, the brand of vaccine given, previous COVID-19 vaccines received, and if a person has a moderately or severely compromised immune system.
Talk to a healthcare provider about which COVID-19 vaccines are recommended for you and your family.
For more information, visit CDC’s Stay Up to Date with COVID-19 Vaccines webpage.
Yes, COVID-19 vaccines help protect against serious illness caused by strains of the virus that are currently circulating.
Many healthcare providers, pharmacies, and health departments offer COVID-19 vaccination. Visit vaccinate.virginia.gov to find a COVID-19 vaccine provider near you.
Most people can get no-cost COVID-19 vaccines through their private health insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid plans. People MUST go to a pharmacy or medical provider that is “in-network” with their insurance to receive the vaccine at no cost.
For uninsured children: They will be able to receive COVID-19 vaccines through the existing Vaccines for Children Program. This initiative provides vaccines at no cost to children who might not otherwise be vaccinated because of their inability to pay.
For uninsured adults: Virginia’s Vaccines for Adults (VFA) program will provide free COVID-19 vaccines for uninsured and underinsured adults at VFA provider locations.