Today AHN announced that they will be allowing the administration of updated vaccine boosters that were approved by FDA and CDC following an emergency use authorization.
The new vaccines will better protect against the newer omicron strain of COVID-19 as well as an increase in proteins BA.4 and BA.5.
Eligible groups currently include all those over 12 and 18 years of age for Pfizer and Moderna, respectively, who have previously received a primary vaccination series.
It's recommended that people wait at least two months since their last dose or 90 days after having COVID-19, per the CDC.
"These vaccination measures to maintain ongoing protection from severe illness and hospitalization due to COVID-19 are now becoming a fundamental component of our patient's comprehensive wellness plan," said Laura Mark, vice president of pharmacy at AHN.
"Now that supply is adequate to meet demand, we encourage our patients to incorporate boosters into their routine visits with their respective physicians, quite similar to how they may approach their annual flu shot."
Those who wish to schedule an appointment for the updated booster or first vaccine may do so by calling 412-DOCTORS, contacting their AHN primary care physician or pediatrics' office, or reaching out to their local retail pharmacy.
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