Public health officers waiting for federal agencies to update eligibility rules for COVID-19 vaccination boosters were hoping that clarity about who qualifies for which booster could help convince more people to get an additional shot.
So far, New Jerseyans haven’t rushed to avail of booster shots, even after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended a Pfizer booster for those age 65 and older, people with certain medical issues or workers in especially high-risk jobs. About 20% of New Jersey residents eligible for the Pfizer booster have received one. Adding Moderna and Johnson & Johnson to the mix of recommended boosters might increase compliance. Announcements were expected late Wednesday.
— UPDATE: Read here about the FDA’s expanded authorization for booster shots, announced late Wednesday.
