Second COVID-19 vaccine booster dose available for everyone 50 and older
The CDC recommends those in the 50+ age group have an additional booster shot at least four months after their first booster. The agency also authorized a second booster for people 12 and older with certain immune deficiencies.
Data continues to show the effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccine, and the additional dose for people over the age of 50 and certain immunocompromised people will increase their protection against severe disease. If you’re unsure if you qualify for a booster or have any specific questions, contact your doctor.
Geisinger retail pharmacies are currently accepting appointments for those who are eligible. You can make an appointment at Geisinger through MyGeisinger, the MyChart mobile app, or by calling 570-284-3657.
Remember to bring your COVID-19 vaccine card or proof of having received the vaccine to your appointment. More information about the COVID-19 vaccine is available at Geisinger.org/COVIDVax.
About Geisinger
Geisinger is among the nation’s leading providers of value-based care, serving 1.2 million people in urban and rural communities across Pennsylvania. Founded in 1915 by philanthropist Abigail Geisinger, the non-profit system generates $10 billion in annual revenues across 134 care sites - including 10 hospital campuses, and Geisinger Health Plan, with 600,000 members in commercial and government plans. The Geisinger College of Health Sciences educates more than 5,000 medical professionals annually and conducts more than 1,400 clinical research studies. With 26,000 employees, including 1,600 employed physicians, Geisinger is among Pennsylvania’s largest employers with an estimated economic impact of $14 billion to the state’s economy. On March 31, 2024, Geisinger became the first member of Risant Health, a new nonprofit charitable organization created to expand and accelerate value-based care across the country. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.
