Alaskans will have access to updated COVID boosters next week, according to state health officials. The new boosters target two versions of the virus: the original strain and the omicron variant.
A nurse prepares to administer a dose of the Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine at a clinic in Anchorage. In an interview, state physician Dr. Lisa Rabinowitz said the state expects to receive doses early next week and local providers will start distributing them soon after.
The state is working with tribal partners to distribute boosters in rural communities, and companies like Fairweather will set up clinics in urban areas. Clinic locations will be listed onThe CDC recommended the updated COVID boosters this week. They target two versions of the virus: the original strain and the omicron variant.
Moderna’s booster is for adults 18 and older, and Pfizer’s is for those 12 and up. You’re only eligible if it’s been two months since your last COVID vaccine.
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