COVID-19 Vaccine

COVID-19 Vaccine

Who is Eligible to Receive a COVID-19 Vaccine?


All those 5 and up are eligible to get a primary series of COVID-19 vaccinations and additional (booster) doses. Learn more about booster eligibility here.

Three ways to get a vaccine:



• Schedule a vaccine appointment through NorthShoreConnect.
  You will need to log into your account or create a new one. See instructions>>
• Call 773-907-7700
• Walk-in Monday thru Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.:
  Professional Plaza
  2740 W. Foster Ave., Suite 114
  Chicago, IL 60625
  Monday thru Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

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COVID-19 Vaccine Booster 

Now scheduling boosters for all those 5 & Up


COVID-19 Boosters: What You Need to Know

• COVID-19 vaccine boosters can further enhance or restore protection that might have waned over time after your primary series vaccination.
• People are protected best from severe COVID-19 illness when they stay up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines, which includes a booster for many people.
• There are different COVID-19 vaccine recommendations for people who are moderately or severely immunocompromised.
• It is never too late to get the added protection offered by a COVID-19 booster. 




UPDATED BOOSTER GUIDANCE
Age	Eligible for a Single Booster (3rd Dose)?	Eligible for a Second Booster (4th Dose)?	Vaccine Brand
5-11 Years-Old	Yes. Five months after their second primary dose	Not unless immuno-compromised.	Pfizer only
12-15 Years-Old	Yes. Five months after their second primary dose	Not unless immuno-compromised.	Pfizer only
18-49 Years-Old	Yes. Five months after their second Pfizer or Moderna dose or two months after their initial J&J dose	Not unless immuno-compromised.	Pfizer and Moderna only approved at this time
50 and Up	Yes. Five months after their second primary dose or two months after their initial J&J dose	Yes, six months after their initial booster	Pfizer and Moderna only approved at this time

If You are Eligible, Schedule Your Booster Today*  


• Self-schedule via your NorthShoreConnect account   
• Or call 847-982-5000

Please bring your original vaccine card, ID and (if available) insurance card to your booster appointment.

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Virtual Town Hall Meeting

On Tuesday, February 23, Swedish Hospital held a virtual town hall meeting. Dr. Bruce McNulty, Chief Medical Officer shared information about how the COVID-19 vaccine works, the latest safety data and how to prepare for the vaccine.

Watch the highlights via the archived live stream>>