St. Cloud VA Offering COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters

(KNSI) – The St. Cloud VA Medical Center is offering COVID-19 vaccine booster doses. The VA is offering the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention recommends a booster dose for specific populations to increase antibody protection when it has decreased over time. Veterans, their spouses, and caregivers can get a COVID-19 vaccine booster through VA at no cost.

According to the VA, prescheduled appointments are required for all booster doses. Walk-in vaccinations are not provided. Veterans can schedule a vaccine booster for themselves and their spouse or caregiver by calling 320-252-1670 and selecting Option 8 weekdays between 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For those who completed a Moderna COVID-19 vaccine series, the following groups are eligible for a booster dose at least six months after their second dose:

65 years and older
Age 18+ who live in long-term care settings.
Age 18+ who have underlying medical conditions.
Age 18+ who live or work in high-risk settings.
Did not receive a 3rd dose for immunocompromised

For those who had a Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, booster shots are recommended for those who are 18 and older and who were vaccinated at least two months ago.

Unenrolled Veterans or spouses or caregivers who have not received a COVID-19 vaccination at the VA should visit and complete the vaccine sign-up form at https://www.va.gov/health-care/covid-19-vaccine/sign-up/ before calling to schedule.

A CDC COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card should be brought to all vaccine appointments.

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