CDC recommends older, some high-risk people get another COVID vaccine this season

ORLANDO, Fla. — The CDC recommends that people aged 65 and older get another COVID-19 vaccine this season.

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The government agency says this second dose of the vaccine should be administered six months after patients at risk receive their first dose.

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The recommendation also suggests that those who are immunocompromised could get additional doses if their doctor approves it.

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