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COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions

We hope these questions help you answer some of the most frequently asked questions around vaccine availability, safety and side effects, scheduling and more.

General Information

General Information

What COVID-19 vaccines are available at Sansum Clinic?
What are the benefits of getting a COVID-19 vaccine?
How do the COVID-19 vaccines work?
Will the vaccine work against new COVID-19 variants?
Can the vaccines cause COVID-19?
Can the COVID-19 vaccine be co-administered with other vaccines?
How long does protection from a COVID-19 vaccine last?
Is there anyone who should not get the COVID-19 vaccine?

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COVID-19 Booster Doses

COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Information

Is there a difference between a third dose of an mRNA COVID vaccine versus a booster dose?
Am I considered fully vaccinated without a booster?
Do I need a booster dose?
Will an antibody or other test show whether I need a booster dose?
If I need a booster shot, does that mean that the vaccines aren’t working?
Can I get a Pfizer booster after a Moderna initial series (or vice versa) or one of the mRNA vaccines after a J&J vaccine?
Should I mix and match my COVID-19 booster vaccine?
Does receiving a booster eliminate the need for further precautions?
Are there side effects to the COVID-19 vaccine booster shot?
What are these new COVID-19 boosters, and how do they differ from the existing ones?
Who is eligible for a bivalent COVID-19 booster shot?
Can I get a bivalent booster now, if I just recently got my second univalent booster?
How long do I need to wait to get the bivalent booster if I’ve had COVID-19?
Can I still get the original monovalent vaccine as a booster dose?
Are there any special considerations around scheduling, given that it's also time for flu vaccines?
Will these new bivalent boosters provide protection from another surge of COVID-19?
Can I get the bivalent booster if I regularly receive EVUSHELD injections to protect myself from COVID-19?
For individuals who are immunocompromised and who have recently completed a two-dose primary series and are due for the next dose, should they get a third monovalent dose or should the third dose be the bivalent booster dose?
When might the bivalent boosters be offered to children under 12?

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Vaccine Availability & Scheduling

Vaccine Availability and Scheduling

Can I select which vaccine to receive at Sansum Clinic?
Will I be billed for the vaccine?
Can I get a vaccination if I just show up without an appointment?
Can I get a COVID-19 vaccination when I come for my next appointment?
If I received the first vaccine dose somewhere else, can I receive my second dose at Sansum Clinic?

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Who Should Get the Vaccine?

Who Should Get the Vaccine?

Is there anyone who should not get a COVID-19 vaccine?
Is the vaccine safe for those with compromised immune systems?
If I am of child-bearing age, pregnant or breastfeeding, is it safe for me to get the vaccine?
Can I get a COVID-19 vaccine if I have a history of severe allergic reactions?
If I have already had COVID-19, do I still need to get a COVID-19 vaccine?
Can I get the vaccine if I am currently ill/infected with COVID-19?
If I received monoclonal antibody therapy or convalescent plasma as treatment for COVID-19 illness, do I need to wait to get a COVID-19 vaccine?
Can children receive the COVID-19 vaccine?

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After Your Vaccination

After Your Vaccination

Do I still need to wear a mask and avoid close contact with others after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine?
Will I test positive for COVID-19 after I receive a vaccination?

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Urgent Care & COVID-19

Urgent Care & COVID-19 FAQ

Can you be tested for COVID-19 at Urgent Care?
Can you use Telehealth for an Urgent Care appointment?
What safety protocols are in place at Urgent Care?

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