The New Normal: Should you get the updated COVID boosters?

Updated COVID boosters are expected to arrive across the tri-state this week, but how do you know if you need one or if you should wait?

News 12 Staff

Sep 6, 2022, 1:48 PM

Updated 823 days ago

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Updated COVID boosters are expected to arrive across the tri-state this week, but how do you know if you need one or if you should wait?
News 12’s Elizabeth Hashagen spoke with Dr. Sharon Nachman, Director of Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases and Director of the Office of Clinical Trials at Stony Brook Children's Hospital, about the boosters and if and when you should get one.
How does this booster differ from previous boosters?
These boosters contain the same amount of mRNA as previous boosters. How does that work?
When will federal officials approve the new booster for younger kids?