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What’s the Deal with COVID-19 Booster Shots?

Ericka Cruz GuevarraCarly SevernAlan MontecilloAdhiti Bandlamudi
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A nurse gives a Covid-19 vaccine shot to a patient at CSUN Covid-19 vaccination center in Northridge, California on February 2, 2021. (Photo by VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty Images)

The news about COVID-19 booster shots has been confusing. In mid-August, President Biden announced that a COVID-19 booster would roll out to all eligible U.S. residents starting the week of Sept. 20. But then, amid disagreement among federal health officials, that plan was scaled back.

Now, the federal government is recommending that some people get a third shot. Today, we break down who is eligible, and how to get one.

Guest: Carly Severn, KQED senior engagement editor

Read more about the COVID vaccine rollout and information on how to get a COVID booster shot. 

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