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The CDC Bridge Access Program, which previously covered the cost of the COVID-19 vaccine for uninsured and underinsured people, has been terminated as of August 31st, 2024. Learn more
The COVID-19 vaccine
is now available and targets the current circulating variants
What you need to know
- The updated mRNA COVID-19 vaccines targets the Omicron JN.1 lineage (KP.2 strain) that is the most common circulating variant right now.
- Regardless of previous vaccination history, the CDC recommends a single dose of the updated COVID-19 vaccine for most people.
- Children ages 6 months to 4 years old may need multiple doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to be up to date, depending on the number of doses previously received and their age.
Why should I get this vaccine?
- It’s important to protect yourself and stay up to date with vaccination as the COVID-19 virus continues to mutate. This formulation is designed to target the most recent variant.
- Immunity can fade over time, and it leaves even vaccinated people vulnerable to infection. The best way to stay protected is to stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccines.
- Getting vaccinated may help reduce other complications, such as developing long COVID-19.
For additional recommendations and to see if you're up to date with vaccines, visit the CDC website opens in a new tab.
More than one vaccine in one visit
The CDC says it’s safe to receive multiple vaccines at the same time. Stay up to date with other vaccines, like flu, RSV, pneumococcal, shingles and more.
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Get any vaccine and
get a coupon for 20% off
your next purchase of $20 or more up to $100 as a myWalgreens® member*
Get the facts
Can I choose which vaccine I get?
The CDC has no preference for any authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccine. If you happen to have a preference, when scheduling an appointment you’ll be able to select between Pfizer and Moderna for a specific appointment date. If you’d like to receive the Novavax vaccine, you may select “no preference” when scheduling your appointment and ask a pharmacy team member for that vaccine during your appointment.
Vaccine availability varies by Walgreens locations and not all may be available in all areas.
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Are there oral antiviral medications to treat COVID-19?
The FDA has issued Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) to oral antivirals for the treatment of COVID-19, and Walgreens pharmacists can prescribe Paxlovid®. Right now, select Walgreens pharmacies will be able to dispense Paxlovid to eligible patients.
To be eligible:
- Be at least 12 years old and weigh 88lbs+
- Have recently tested positive for COVID-19
- Had an onset of COVID-19 symptoms within the last 5 days
- Have one or more risk factors for severe disease
- Have had kidney and liver function labs done within the last 12 months
For more information about COVID-19 antiviral therapy or to check eligibility visit here
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Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to your questions about COVID-19 vaccines.
- Are COVID-19 vaccines safe?
Vaccines have played an important role in protecting the health and safety of communities and nations throughout history. Hundreds of millions of COVID-19 vaccines have been administered safely. As a critical resource for care in our communities, Walgreens will remain focused on providing safe and convenient access to COVID-19 vaccines.
- What are the side effects of COVID-19 vaccines?
According to the CDC and FDA, adverse reactions or side effects for most people are usually mild and resolve within a few days. The most common adverse reactions reported after vaccination in clinical studies included:
- Pain at injection site
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Muscle pain
- Chills
- Joint pain
- Fever
- Injection site swelling
- Injection site redness
Some people also experience:
- Nausea/vomiting
- Body aches
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Can I choose which COVID-19 vaccine I receive at Walgreens?
When scheduling an appointment, you’ll be able to see which manufacturer is being offered for a specific appointment date. If the location you have selected is not offering your preferred manufacturer, you have the option to view additional locations and the manufacturer they are offering that day for your appointment. Vaccine availability varies by Walgreens location and not all may be available in all areas.
The CDC has no preference for any authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccine. If you happen to have a preference, when scheduling an appointment you’ll be able to select between Pfizer and Moderna for a specific appointment date. If you’d like to receive the Novavax vaccine, you may select “no preference” when scheduling your appointment and ask a pharmacy team member for that vaccine during your appointment.
Vaccine availability varies by Walgreens locations and not all may be available in all areas.
- How much does the COVID-19 vaccine cost?
The CDC Bridge Access Program, which previously covered the cost of the COVID-19 vaccine for uninsured and underinsured people, has been terminated as of August 31st, 2024.
Private insurers, along with the Medicare and Medicaid government programs, are still required to cover the costs of COVID-19 vaccines for their members.
Walgreens remains committed to driving equitable and convenient access to life-saving vaccines. We will continue to work with patients eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine to determine the best and most cost-efficient way to receive one.
- Can I get the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as my flu shot or other immunizations?
Yes. You can get COVID-19 vaccines at the same time as other routine or seasonal vaccines, such as the flu vaccine.
- How can I access my digital COVID-19 vaccine record?
You can access your digital COVID-19 vaccine record through the Digital Dose Card page on Walgreens.com and on the Walgreens app. You can save your Walgreens COVID-19 vaccine record to Apple Wallet and Apple Health on an iPhone with iOS 15.1 or higher, and you can save it to Google Wallet on an Android phone with Android 5 OS or higher. Adding your COVID-19 vaccine record to Google Wallet can only be done from the Walgreens app (version 51.5 or higher) and not from a mobile browser.
- Can I access my family’s COVID-19 vaccine history?
Yes! You can view you and your family’s vaccine history at Walgreens through this link.
To see your family’s vaccine history, you will need to ensure they are added to your account. To do that, follow the steps below:
- Log in to your account
- Navigate to Manage Family Prescriptions and add a Child or Adult.
- Once the Child or Adult is added, you will be able to view their COVID-19 vaccination record on the Manage Family Prescriptions page.
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