COVID-19 Vaccine
COVID-19 Vaccine
Vaccine Resources and Information for the Public
This page contains helpful information about COVID-19 vaccines including vaccine safety, the importance and benefits of getting vaccinated, what to expect when getting a vaccine, and more.
Remember:
- The COVID-19 vaccine is free.
- Vaccines are available for everyone age 5 and over.
- You will not be asked about your immigration status when you get a vaccine.
- Insurance is not required.
- No appointment is needed at many locations.
Click a topic below to view resources:
Frequently Asked Questions
Vaccine Information
How to Get Vaccinated
Avoiding Misinformation
Social Media
Community ToolkitsFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Answers to common questions about the COVID-19 vaccines that are available in LA County.
Vaccine FAQ: Children
Answers to common questions about children’s COVID-19 vaccines for parents and guardians.
Vaccine Information
Key information about types of vaccines, side effects, booster doses, and more.
A link to CDC’s COVID-19 vaccine webpage.
Risks and benefits of each vaccine to help choose which vaccine is right for you.
CDC: How COVID-19 Vaccines Work
A link to CDC’s webpage that describes how COVID-19 vaccines work.
CDC: Ensuring COVID-19 Vaccine Safety
A link to CDC’s webpage that describes how we monitor the safety of vaccines.
Additional Doses for People with Weakened Immune Systems
Explains who is considered to have a severely weakened immune system and should get an additional dose of vaccine.
CDC: COVID-19 Vaccines While Pregnant or Breastfeeding
A link to the CDC’s guidance on getting COVID-19 vaccines while pregnant or breastfeeding.
Screening mammography recommendations for women receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.
FDA: Pfizer Vaccine FAQ for Children 5-11
Detailed information and FAQs for recipients and caregivers about the Pfizer pediatric vaccine.
FDA: Johnson & Johnson Information for Recipients
Detailed information and FAQs for people who get the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
CDC: Boosters and Additional Doses for Non-FDA Approved Vaccines
Instructions for boosters and additional doses for people who got a non-FDA approved vaccine.
How to Get Vaccinated
Instructions on how to find a vaccine site near you, what to expect before and after your vaccine, transportation services, and digital vaccine records.
Vaccine Side Effects
A link to a webpage that describes what symptoms to expect after you get a vaccine.
Vaccine Verification and Digital Vaccine Record
A short video about how to access your digital COVID-19 vaccine record.
Avoiding Misinformation
These materials show you how to find accurate information about COVID-19.
5 Ways to Spot Misinformation
A checklist to check the accuracy of COVID-19 information online.
Revised 07/07/21
How to Avoid Vaccine Scams
Ways to identify fake testing, contact tracing, vaccines, and more.
Revised 10/18/21
CDC: Vaccine Misinformation
A link to CDC’s webpage on myths and facts about COVID-19 vaccines.
Social Media
These social media graphics cover a variety of topics regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and are offered in both English and Spanish. They can be shared on any social media platform.
Community Toolkits
These toolkits contain materials to inform and educate your community about the COVID-19 vaccine. Click each toolkit to download flyers, fact sheets, social media posts, key messages, and other easy-to-share resources.
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