Prevention
Things you can do to reduce your chance of getting or spreading COVID:
- Wash your hands regularly
- Cover your cough
- Stay home if you are sick
- Stay up to date on your vaccinations
If you begin experiencing any symptoms, monitor them, and talk with your health care provider about possible treatments. See our COVID-19 Symptoms and Treatment page for more information.
Vaccine Information
As of September 2024, the updated 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccines are available and recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older. As always, DPH recommends and encourages people to speak with their health care provider to evaluate the risks and benefits of vaccination.
Because COVID-19 is still causing illness, hospitalizations and even deaths, DPH recommends everyone 6 months of age and older receive this updated vaccine. For older adults, a second dose of the current COVID-19 vaccine may be indicated. Talk with your health care provider to see if you need a second dose.
Currently Available COVID Vaccines
| Vaccine | Indicated For: |
|---|---|
| 2024–2025 Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine | Everyone 6 months and older |
| 2024–2025 Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine | Everyone 6 months and older |
| 2024–2025 Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine | Everyone 12 years and older |
Where Can I Get a COVID-19 Vaccine?
COVID-19 vaccines are available at many provider’s offices, most pharmacies and at DPH clinics. Call 1-855-472-3432 to make an appointment at a DPH clinic.
Help Protect Your Family and Our Community
It is especially important that you get the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine if you:
- Never received a COVID-19 vaccine
- Are ages 65 years and older
- Are at high risk for severe COVID-19
- Are living in a long-term care facility
- Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or might become pregnant
- Want to lower your risk of getting Long COVID
As always, DPH recommends and encourages people to speak with their health care provider to evaluate the risks and benefits of vaccination.