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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Directory Mandy Coehn endorsed two recommendations made by the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices involving COVID-19 and pneumococcal vaccinations.New COVID-19 vaccine recommendations for seniors moderately or severely immunocompromised ACIP now recommends that adults ages 65 and up who are moderately or severely immunocompromised get a second COVID-19 shot during the 2024-25 season six months after their first dose.
'Updated COVID-19 shots have been available since August. As of the week ending Oct. 12, an estimated 11.7% of adults have gotten an updated COVID-19 vaccine this season. Those over age 65 were far more likely to report getting vaccinated. Over one in four seniors age 65 and up had gotten an updated COVID-19 shot by Oct. 12.CDC data also shows that 16% of nursing home residents were up to date on COVID-19 vaccines as of Oct. 12.
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