COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ’s

Who is eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine?

• LCHD is currently administering first, second, and third (booster) dose Pfizer vaccines at our walk-in clinics. The Pfizer vaccine can be given to individuals aged 5 and up. Please bring proof of identification to receive a vaccine. All minors need to have a parent/guardian present with them at the vaccine clinic. 

Can I get the vaccine / booster if I just had COVID-19?

• As long as you are out of your isolation period and feeling well and you did not receive the monoclonal antibodies, YES, you can get the vaccine / booster at any time!
  • If you did receive the monoclonal antibodies, you need to wait 90 days before receiving your vaccine / booster.

Who is eligible to receive the COVID-19 Booster?

• Pfizer
  • Available for ages 12 and older
  • At least 5 months after completing the primary COVID-19 vaccination series
  • Ages 12-17 can ONLY receive the Pfizer booster
  • Adults ages 50+ can choose to receive a second booster at least 4 months after their first booster
  • LCHD only has the Pfizer vaccine

• Moderna (LCHD does not have Moderna vaccines)
  • Available for ages 18 and older
  • At least five months after completing the primary COVID-19 vaccination series
  • Adults ages 50+ can choose to receive a second booster at least 4 months after their first booster

• Johnson and Johnson (LCHD does not have J&J vaccines)
  • Available for ages 18 and older
  • At least two months after receiving your first J&J COVID-19 vaccination
  • Anyone who received a J&J/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine for both their first dose and booster may receive a second booster at least 4 months after their first booster
    • Either Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines
  • Adults ages 50+ can choose to receive a second booster at least 4 months after their first booster, regardless of what type of booster they received

Information about COVID Booster Doses:

• The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend a single COVID-19 “2^nd” booster dose for certain individuals.  Those 50 years of age and older may receive a 2^nd booster COVID-19 dose at least 4 months after receiving their initial booster dose.  Those 12 years of age & older who are moderately to severely immunocompromised may also receive a 2^nd booster COVID-19 dose at least 4 months after receiving their initial booster dose.  Please see the following list to determine if you meet the criteria for being moderately to severely immunocompromised.

People are considered to be moderately or severely immunocompromised if they have:

• Been receiving active cancer treatment for tumors or cancers of the blood
• Received an organ transplant and are taking medicine to suppress the immune system
• Received a stem cell transplant within the last 2 years or are taking medicine to suppress the immune system
• Moderate or severe primary immunodeficiency (such as DiGeorge syndrome,
• Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome
• Advanced or untreated HIV infection
• Active treatment with high-dose corticosteroids or other drugs that may suppress your immune response
• People should talk to their healthcare provider about their medical condition, and whether getting an additional primary shot is appropriate for them.

What if I don't have transportation to a vaccine clinic?

• The Licking County Transit Board provides free transportation to and from all vaccine clinics in Licking County. Community members can call Transit to request service to a vaccine clinic, letting the dispatcher know it's for a COVID-19 vaccine. To schedule a ride, call 740-670-5185 and press 1 or call 1-800-350-7071.

How much does a COVID-19 vaccine cost?

There is no out-of-pocket cost for you to get a COVID-19 vaccine. LCHD may ask for your insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid information to charge an administration fee to insurance. However, you will not pay a fee directly.