Next week, the CDC will not be shipping any J & J vaccine doses to states in their weekly allotments, the Washington Post reports. If you would like to learn more about the COVID-19 vaccines, visit the CDC’s vaccine information hub.More than a month after a subcontractor in Baltimore had to throw out 15 million doses of the Johnson & Johnson single-dose COVID-19 vaccine, domestic production is still disrupted. It is best to do this at least four hours after you get the vaccine.
If you experience side effects, you may wish to take an over-the-counter medication to reduce any discomfort. Tylenol) before your vaccine appointment. Middlesex Health suggests that you do NOT take over-the-counter pain relievers/fever reducers, such as ibuprofen (i.e., Advil) or acetaminophen (i.e. Please know that we are doing our best to ensure that you do not have a long wait, while also allowing for social distancing.ĭo Not Take Over-the-Counter Medication in Anticipation of Side Effects Please wear clothing that allows you to roll up your sleeves or has short sleeves. Reminder!While you are in the observation area, we will make your second dose appointment. Our observation area is set up to allow for social distancing. During this time, we ask all patients to sit in our observation area to make sure that they do not have an allergic reaction that requires medical attention. Plan to stay for an additional 15 minutes after you get your vaccine. Plan to arrive 10 minutes before your appointment time. We are doing everything we can to make your experience as easy as possible, and there are a few things that you can do to help! If Under 18, A Parent Or Legal Guardian. You will be required to wear a mask (surgical or cloth) for your entire appointment. Please contact your insurance company directly for information about their specific policies around the COVID-19 vaccine. Most insurance companies, including Medicare, will cover this fee at no out-of-pocket cost to you. You will see a claim on your insurance for a vaccine administration fee. There is no cost for the vaccine itself. Please bring your insurance card to your vaccine appointment. If possible, please bring a photo id (i.e., driver’s license). This will help us ensure that your appointment goes smoothly! Please bring the following items with you. If you received Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, or Johnson & Johnson and you are over the age of 50, or you are immunocompromised and 18+ you can receive an additional booster shot four months after your first booster. More information on booster shots is available here. Booster shots are available for everyone ages 5+. The FDA has approved a booster dose of Pfizer/BioNTech's Covid-19 vaccine for children ages 5+ at least five months after completion of the primary vaccine series.Īll vaccines are available in our Primary Care and Family Medicine Offices. Individuals who are under 12 MUST receive the Pfizer vaccine as this is the only one approved for use for those under 12 years of age. The parent or legal guardian will need to sign the "Consent to Treat" form before we are able to administer the vaccine. Those under the age of 18 cannot legally give their consent to be given the vaccine, so a parent or legal guardian must accompany the minor to their appointment. 
Eligible documents include a valid birth certificate, or passport. You MUST provide a government-issued proof of age for your child before they can receive the vaccine. The FDA has approved the Pfizer vaccine for individuals aged six months or older. For more information from the State of Connecticut, click here. Individuals 5 or older are also eligible for a booster shot. Per state and federal guidelines, individuals six months or older are currently eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.
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