The Biden administration is reportedly planning to announce that most Americans should receive a COVID-19 booster shot eight months after they have been fully vaccinated, expanding the pool of people who should get the extra doses beyond those with compromised immune systems.
The New York Times reported that the U.S. could begin offering a third shot as soon as mid-September, citing two administration officials familiar with the discussions. The Times reported that health officials “envision” administering Americans the same vaccine they were initially given.
The Washington Post reported that the boosters wouldn’t be administered until an application by Pfizer for additional shots is cleared by the Food and Drug Administration.
Biden officials will reportedly announce the new guidance as soon as this week.
The Times and Post reports came days after the FDA authorized a third COVID-19 vaccine dose for certain people with compromised immune systems.
Pfizer on Monday announced that it submitted phase one data to the FDA in an effort to get a third booster shot authorized in the U.S.
Nursing home residents and health care workers will likely receive the booster shots first, according to the Times, with older individuals following close behind.
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