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The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department will begin giving the updated COVID-19 vaccine Wednesday, October 18. The vaccine will be given daily during normal business hours (8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.). An appointment is required. JMCHD is now taking appointments.
The Center for Disease Control recommends everyone 6 months and older get an updated COVID-19 vaccine to protect against the potentially serious outcomes of COVID-19 illness this fall and winter.
At this time, JMCHD only has the Moderna vaccine for all ages.
To receive your COVID-19 vaccine at the Health Department, call 731-423-3020 to make an appointment. JMCHD is no longer accepting walk-ins for COVID-19 vaccination.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can you receive Moderna if you previously had Pfizer?
Yes. Both the CDC and FDA have endorsed “mixing” COVID shots for older children and adults — meaning it is ok to receive a booster from a different manufacturer than the one used for previous doses. This does not apply to children younger than 5 years old, who should still stick with one manufacturer.
Cost
Most patients will receive COVID shots at no additional cost through private insurance or Medicare. Patients will need to bring a health insurance card to their appointment.
Timing
For adults without private insurance, the CDC’s Bridge Access Program provides no-cost COVID-19 vaccines. JMCHD is a Bridge Access Program location. Children without insurance can receive the vaccines at no cost through the Vaccines For Children program.
You are eligible for the new vaccine if it has been at least 2 months since your last COVID vaccination.
If you were recently diagnosed with COVID, it is recommended that you wait 3 months after infection before receiving the new vaccine.
Can I get flu and COVID shots at the same time?
Yes. You can get a flu vaccine and COVID vaccine at the same appointment if you are due to receive both.
For additional questions, refer to the JMCHD website (madisoncountytn.gov/144/Health-Department), or call our office at 731-423-3020.