Amador County, CA – This week, the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) approved the use of updated COVID-19 vaccines formulated for the currently circulating variants. “Vaccination remains critical to the health of our community. The updated vaccines will provide continued protection against serious consequences of COVID-19,” states Dr. Rita Kerr, Amador County Health Officer.

Amador County Public Health (ACPH) will receive a very limited supply of the updated vaccines for those who have no insurance. ACPH will no longer be able to provide COVID-19 vaccines to those with insurance coverage.

Individuals with coverage should seek vaccination within their insurance network. They may contact their medical provider for the Fall 2023 COVID-19 vaccine. Some local pharmacies will also be providing the updated vaccine. For more information on the vaccine updates, please visit the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website.

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