Protect Yourself From COVID-19: Get Vaccinated & Boosted
Vaccines are a safe and effective way to prevent hospitalization and death due to COVID-19.
Everyone 6 months and older should get this season’s COVID and flu shots. Some people may need extra doses or a high-dose flu shot. September/October are great times to get these shots. You can find more information on where to get all the vaccines you need this season at www.alexandriava.gov/flu.
Vaccine Appointments
Find local appointments for vaccines using vaccines.gov. Vaccines are available at pharmacies and providers' offices. Always call ahead of appointments to ask about hours, eligibility, and out-of-pocket costs.
If you do not have health insurance, you may have a harder time finding a vaccine. Call AHD at 703.746.4988 Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for help finding an appointment.
Paying for COVID-19 Vaccines
Updated COVID-19 vaccines will be available from pharmacies and providers. Most people will still receive COVID-19 vaccines at no cost to them. Always call ahead of appointments to ask about availability and out-of-pocket costs.
People with Medicare Part B can get free COVID-19 vaccinations. People with Medicaid can get free COVID-19 vaccinations through September 30, 2024.
People without health insurance may have a harder time finding a vaccine appointment. Call AHD at 703.746.4988 Mon. - Fri. from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. for help finding an appointment.
COVID-19 Vaccines are Important for Children
COVID vaccines and boosters are now recommended as part of routine childhood vaccine schedules, per the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). View or share the Spanish and Amharic webinars about the safety and importance of COVID-19 vaccines for children.
Looking for vaccine and booster options for children? Vaccination locations may include the following, please call ahead to check availability:
- Your pediatrician's office.
- Pharmacies, which can be found on vaccines.gov (pharmacies can vaccinate only children 3 and older at most locations, some full service clinics can vaccinate children under 3).
- If you need help finding an appointment, call AHD at 703.746.4988.
How Can I Receive More Information?
Feel free to call the AHD hotline at 703.746.4988 from Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or use VDH’s extensive COVID-19 resource pages which includes recommendations based on age and vaccine type. As always, you can call your doctor or healthcare provider to discuss the best options for vaccination.