Vaccines

Get Vaccinated!

About influenza (flu) vaccines: "Flu shots” protect against the four influenza viruses researchers believe will be most common during the upcoming season. Most flu vaccines are given with a needle, usually in the arm, but there are also is a nasal spray flu vaccines available. Find out more about flu shots from the CDC.  

Everyone 6 months and older should get an influenza (flu) vaccine every season. A full list of age and health factors that confer increased risk is available at People at Higher Risk of Developing Flu-Related Complications. The CDC has information on who should and should NOT get a flu Vaccine. 
 

About COVID-19 vaccines: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends everyone 6 months and older get an updated COVID-19 vaccine to avoid potentially serious illnesses this fall and winter. Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna will soon release updated COVID-19 vaccines, as the virus is always changing, and protection from COVID-19 vaccines declines over time.   

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends everyone 6 months and older get an updated COVID-19 vaccine to avoid potentially serious illnesses this fall and winter. For more about COVID-19 vaccines, check out the CDC's latest guidance. 

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Protect Yourself & Your Community: COVID-19 & Flu Vaccines Available in Somerville
The CDC strongly recommends Flu and COVID-19 vaccines are strongly recommended to protect yourself and others from serious illness.  The best way to reduce your risk from these respiratory viruses and their potentially serious complications is to get a flu and Covid-19 vaccine every year. 

Both flu and COVID-19 vaccines are conveniently offered at multiple locations across Somerville, improving access for all residents. Both vaccines are available with no out-of-pocket costs, and we accept those without health insurance. If you do have health insurance, please bring proof of coverage. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Walk-in appointments are limited. See below for a vaccine clinic near you and help keep Somerville safe and healthy! 

Vaccines Offered:

• Influenza (flu) (for anyone age 6 months and older)
• High-Dose Influenza (for ages 65+)
• Pfizer COVID-19 Updated 2024-25 Vaccine (for age 19 years and older)
• Moderna COVID-19 Updated 2024-25 Vaccine (for age 18 years and younger)

Please note that clinics may be unable to accommodate your vaccine manufacturer preference. Current vaccine availability per age group is reflected in the Vaccines Offered subheading.  Flu and COVID-19 vaccines are available at the City clinics listed below (see table). 

Vaccines are also available at many pharmacies and other healthcare locations. Search for providers at vaccines.gov. Please note that pharmacies and other locations may charge fees for their services.
 

 
More vaccine clinics will be added throughout the season.
 

 

You can find vaccination sites in Massachusetts at vaxfinder.mass.gov or by calling 211, a free information and referral service to health and human services that’s available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
 

Other Ways To Get Vaccinated

In addition to the upcoming City of Somerville vaccination clinics above, you can get your vaccinations from local pharmacies or your doctor. Note, these options will likely include a fee, based on your health insurance. 

CHA and Mass General Brigham have vaccine sites in Somerville. CHA patients should call the CHA vaccine hotline at  (617) 665-1995 or sign up on MyChart for an appointment.  Mass General Brigham patients can sign up on the Patient Gateway.

You can also find vaccination sites in Massachusetts at vaxfinder.mass.gov or by calling 211, a free information and referral service to health and human services that’s available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.