All individuals 5 years of age and older that reside in the US are eligible to be vaccinated.
Vaccines are widely available at pharmacies, local health departments, clinics, Federally Qualified Health Centers and other locations across the state. Visit Vaccines.gov to find appointments near you or contact your local pharmacy or provider. To schedule an appointment directly at a New York State-run site, go to New York State's vaccine scheduler and follow the instructions. Walk-in appointments are also accepted at New York State mass vaccination sites for all eligible adults. While the vaccination process is underway, New Yorkers should continue to wear a mask, social distance, avoid large gatherings and follow all other health guidelines.
Additional Information About COVID-19 Vaccines
- Visit this page from the CDC to find information about expanding booster recommendations to 16- and 17-year-olds. Posted on December 13, 2021.
- Visit this page from the CDC to find information on expanded eligibility for COVID-19 booster shots. Posted on October 22, 2021.
- Visit this page from the CDC to find information on who is eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot. Posted on September 28, 2021.
- Visit this page from the Kaiser Family Foundation to find an overview of information that shows the effectiveness of vaccines in different states. Posted on August 3, 2021.
- Visit this page from the FDA to find information for the food and agriculture sector about the safety and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines authorized for emergency use by the FDA, benefits of COVID-19 vaccination, and the availability of vaccines in your community. Posted on July 13, 2021.
- Visit this page from the CDC to find information on vaccinating migrant/migratory and seasonal food and agriculture workers. Posted on June 2, 2021.
- Visit this page from the CDC to find information on how to protect yourself and others when you’ve been fully vaccinated. Updated on May 26, 2021.
- Visit this page from Cornell Cooperative Extension to find a flyer with information on how to talk about COVID-19 vaccination with your employees. Posted on April 22, 2021.
- Visit this page from the CDC to find a "Quick Start Guide" to vaccinating essential workers. Posted on April 19, 2021.
- Visit this page from the CDC to find information on working with small businesses to get COVID-19 vaccinations for essential workers. Posted on April 19, 2021.
- Visit this page from the CDC to find information on vaccinating essential temporary workers. Posted on April 19, 2021.
- Visit this page from the CDC to find information on the possibility of COVID-19 illness after vaccination. Posted on April 19, 2021.
- Visit this page from the WHO to find their COVID-19 vaccine introduction toolkit. Posted on April 19, 2021.
- Visit this page from the CDC to find information about how to talk about COVID-19 vaccines with friends and family. Posted on March 22, 2021.
- Visit this page from the CDC to find information on vaccine considerations for people with underlying medical conditions. Posted on March 16, 2021.
- Visit this page from the CDC to find the first set of guidelines on how fully vaccinated people can visit safely with others. Posted on March 9, 2021.
- Visit this page from the CDC to find a "Science Brief" with background rationale and evidence for public health recommendations for fully vaccinated people. Posted on March 9, 2021.
- Visit this page from the CDC to find information on how they are ensuring the safety of COVID-19 vaccines in the United States. Posted on January 29, 2021.
- Visit this page from the CDC to find their frequently asked questions page regarding COVID-19 vaccination. Posted on January 28, 2021.
- Visit this page from the CDC to find information on different COVID-19 vaccines. Posted on November 25, 2020.
- Visit this page from The New York Times to find their "Coronavirus Vaccine Tracker" with updates on COVID-19 vaccine development. Posted on July 27, 2020.
Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) COVID-19 Vaccine Information
- Visit this page from the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report to find the advisory committee on immunization practices’ interim recommendation for use of Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) COVID-19 Vaccine. Posted on March 16, 2021.
- Visit this page from the FDA to find information about the emergency use authorization (EUA) for the Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) COVID-19 Vaccine including fact sheets translated into more than 20 languages. Posted on March 1, 2021.
Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine Information
- Visit this page from the FDA to find information on their full approval of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine (Comirnaty). Posted on August 23, 2021.
- Visit this page from the FDA to find information about their authorization of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine for emergency use in adolescents. Posted on May 11, 2021.
- Visit this page from the FDA to find information about the emergency use authorization (EUA) for the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine including fact sheets translated into more than 20 languages. Posted on January 28, 2021.
Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Fact Sheets (Over 20 Languages)
- Visit this page from the FDA to find information about the emergency use authorization (EUA) for the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine including fact sheets translated into more than 20 languages. Posted on January 28, 2021.
Vaccination FAQs
- Why do I still have to wear a face covering and keep my social distance even after being fully vaccinated?
- Is it safe to get the vaccine if there is a risk of severe allergic reaction? I know anaphylactic shock can kill you.
- How will the newly developed vaccines for COVID-19 impact the food industry?
Vaccination Infographics
- NRC-RIM – Customizable and Ready-to-use Vaccine Communication Material. Posted on April 13, 2021.
- CDC – How mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines Work. Posted on March 18, 2021.
- CDC – How Viral Vector COVID-19 Vaccines Work. Posted on March 18, 2021.
- CDC – How Viral Vector COVID-19 Vaccines Work (Spanish). Posted on March 18, 2021.
- CDC – Presentation Slides: COVID-19 Vaccination for Food and Agriculture Essential Workers. Posted on January 28, 2021.
- CDC – Learn About the New mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines. Posted on January 19, 2021.
COVID-19 Resources & Guidance Archive
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