CENTER FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION UPDATE
Nov. 8, 2023
The CDC recommends the 2023–2024 updated COVID-19 vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, or Novavax, to protect against serious illness from COVID-19. These vaccines target the XBB lineage of the Omicron variant and are designed to provide enhanced protection.
COVID-19 VACCINE RECOMMENDATIONS
Everyone aged 5 years and older:
- Should receive 1 dose of an updated COVID-19 vaccine (Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, or Novavax) to stay protected against serious illness from COVID-19.
- None of the updated 2023-2024 COVID-19 vaccines is preferred over another.
Children aged 6 months–4 years:
- Multiple doses required, including at least 1 updated dose.
- Schedule varies based on the vaccine type and previous vaccination status.
- Children may receive a different vaccine type after the first or second dose in some situations.
People Aged 12 Years and Older Who Are Not Vaccinated:
- 1 dose of updated Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccine, OR
- 2 doses of updated Novavax vaccine (second dose 8 weeks after the first).
People aged 12 years and older who are not vaccinated:
- Should get either 1 updated Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, OR
- 2 doses of the updated Novavax COVID-19 vaccine.
People who are moderately or severely immunocompromised:
- Additional doses of updated COVID-19 vaccine may be required.
- Consult with healthcare providers for personalized advice.
Special Considerations:
- People who previously received the Johnson & Johnson/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine: Should get 1 updated COVID-19 vaccine.
- For Those Recently Recovered from COVID-19: Consider delaying vaccination by 3 months, depending on personal risk factors and local COVID-19 conditions.
VACCINE OVERVIEW
2023–2024 Updated COVID-19 Vaccines:
- Available since September 2023 for Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, and October 2023 for Novavax.
- Aim to restore and enhance protection against current variants.
Previous Vaccine Types:
- 2022–2023 Bivalent vaccines discontinued as of September 11, 2023.
- Original Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, and J&J/Janssen vaccines no longer available as of Spring 2023.
LOCATING VACCINE CENTERS
Search vaccines.gov, text your ZIP code to 438829, or call 1-800-232-0233.
WHEN ARE YOU UP TO DATE?
You are up to date with your COVID-19 vaccinations when you have received the recommended doses for your age group and health status. Please note that recommendations for COVID-19 vaccines will be updated as needed to respond to the evolving pandemic.
For more information and the latest updates, please visit the CDC’s official website.
