COVID-19 Vaccinations
Vaccine and Booster Eligibility
All community members age 5+ are now eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine per WI and MI DHS guidance. The COVID-19 Pfizer vaccine is currently the only one authorized for children and teens age 5-18.
Refer to this COVID-19 vaccine algorithm from the American Pharmacists Association that details vaccine doses, timing and more.
COVID-19 Vaccine Third Dose vs. Booster Dose
Here is a rundown from the CDC that outlines the COVID-19 booster recommendations. Here is a summary of third-dose recommendations.
Third Dose
The CDC recommends individuals who are immunocompromised receive a third dose of the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines at least 28 days after completing their second dose. This includes people who have:
- Recently received or are currently receiving cancer treatment for tumors or cancers of the blood.
- Received an organ transplant and are taking medicine to suppress the immune system.
- Received a stem cell transplant within the last 2 years or are taking medicine to suppress the immune system.
- Moderate or severe primary immunodeficiency (such as DiGeorge syndrome, Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome)
- Advanced or untreated HIV infection.
- Active treatment with high-dose corticosteroids or other drugs that may suppress your immune response.
Booster Dose
A booster dose is different than a third dose of the vaccine.
Booster doses are authorized by the FDA and CDC for everyone age 18+ who received the Pfizer, Moderna or Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine.
Teens age 16-17 are authorized to receive a booster dose of the Pfizer vaccine.
Individuals are eligible to receive a booster dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine 6 months after completing their original series.
Individuals with weakened immune systems and people age 50 or older are also eligible to receive a second booster at least 4 months after receiving their initial booster.
Adults (18+) who received the
Johnson & Johnson vaccine may receive a booster at least 2 months after the initial dose.
Mixing-and-matching: Individuals may choose which vaccine they receive as a booster dose. Some people may have a preference for the vaccine type that they originally received and others, may prefer to get a different booster. CDC’s recommendations now allow for this type of mix and match dosing for booster shots.
Schedule Vaccine Online
COVID-19 vaccine types may vary by location. Before scheduling a booster or your initial vaccine series, please confirm HERE your clinic offers your preferred vaccine type.
Aspirus offers direct scheduling for all eligible individuals* through our free MyAspirus online portal or app (iOS | Android). You do not need to be an existing Aspirus patient to create an account. Don't have an account? Sign up today!
Ages 5-18: Adolescents and teens need parental consent to receive the vaccine and a parent or guardian must be present at the time of vaccination.
*You need "proxy access" within MyAspirus to schedule appointments for your child. If your child is not a current Aspirus patient or established in your MyAspirus account, it is best to utilize our call center to schedule their appointment.
Veterans: If you are a veteran enrolled with a VA health facility for your care, are encouraged to receive your COVID-19 vaccination through your VA facility. Your VA will not cover the cost of your COVID-19 vaccine if it is received from a non-VA facility. Veterans in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula can call 906-774-3300 (ext. 331155) to speak to a scheduler. Wisconsin Veterans can call 800-872-8662. Visit the VA website for more information.
Schedule Vaccine by Phone
Appointments can be made across all our vaccination sites by calling our COVID-19 Call Center Hotline at 1-844-568-0701 or 715-843-1454.