Fourth COVID-19 vaccine dose available for those who are moderately or severely immunocompromised

Appointments are now available for the moderately or severely immunocompromised to receive the fourth dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Many conditions and treatments can cause a person to be immunocompromised, also known as having a weakened immune system. People are considered to be moderately or severely immunocompromised if they have:

• Been receiving active 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 the immune response.

If you have questions about receiving a fourth dose or whether you qualify, we encourage you to talk to your primary care provider to determine the best course of action.