Now that the COVID-19 virus has been around for a while, maybe you're wondering if it's still important to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Or maybe you got the vaccine a while ago, and you're not sure if you need another dose.
Here's what you need to know.
The COVID-19 vaccine is still one of the best ways to protect yourself and others.
If you're vaccinated and you get COVID-19, your symptoms will probably be less severe than if you weren't vaccinated.
This makes it less likely that you'll need hospital care or that you'll die from COVID-19.
Getting the vaccine also makes it less likely that you'll end up with long-term health problems from the virus.
Remember, even if you've already had COVID-19, you can catch it again.
So staying up to date on the vaccine gives you extra protection.
The vaccine is extra important for people who are at high risk for complications from COVID-19.
This includes people older than 65; people who have health conditions like diabetes, or heart or lung problems; people who have weakened immune systems; and people who are pregnant.
And if you live with someone who is at high risk of complications, you can help protect them by staying up to date on your vaccines too.
The vaccine is safe and effective.
It's been given to billions of people around the world.
And it's been approved for adults and children.
If you aren't sure that you're up to date on your vaccines, check with your doctor.
COVID-19 illness is unpredictable.
But when you stay up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines, you help protect yourself and others from the virus.
