Everyone age 5 or older who has already received a primary series of COVID-19 vaccine should get a booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine.
Some people should get two booster doses. People age 50 or older and people age 12 or older who have moderately to severely compromised immune systems should get a second booster dose at least four months after their first booster dose.
For more recommendations and information, visit covid.ri.gov/boosterdoses.
For CDC COVID-19 booster dose guidelines, visit CDC's booster web page.
COVID-19 vaccine recommendations are different depending on your age, health status, and when you were first vaccinated. If you have questions about your vaccination schedule, please speak with a healthcare provider.