Residents across Florida now have expanded access to the updated 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine, with appointments available at Publix adn Walgreens locations statewide as of September 24, 2024. the rollout comes following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggestion for updated vaccinations to target currently circulating variants.
The updated vaccine is designed to provide improved protection against the strains of COVID-19 prevalent this fall and winter. All individuals aged six months and older are eligible to receive the updated vaccine,regardless of prior vaccination status. Health officials emphasize the importance of vaccination, notably for vulnerable populations, to prevent severe illness, hospitalization, and death. Appointments can be scheduled through the Publix and Walgreens websites or via their respective mobile apps. The availability of the vaccine at these accessible locations aims to streamline the vaccination process for Floridians.
