A flurry of information over vaccine boosters being approved by different agencies at different times may leave people confused over where things stand.
The latest approval came on Thursday, when vaccine advisers to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) voted to approve booster shots for the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines. Final approval will come from the CDC director.
KATU spoke to Multnomah County health officer Dr. Jennifer Vines to address the influx of information and how people may be confused by the rapid pace of developments.
When it comes to the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines, Dr. Vines says people should just hold tight until final recommendations come from the CDC.
"Your recommendations are coming and it sounds like there will be an approved booster dose for people who have gotten Moderna or Johnson & Johnson," said Vines.
Vines then addressed the Pfizer booster shots, which have been approved for those over 65 years old, those living with an underlying condition, or those in an occupation where they're likely to come into contact with COVID-19.
"Those are all pretty broad categories, so a lot of people probably meet criteria for a Pfizer booster," said Vines.
Vines encourages anyone else who wants a booster to contact their doctor.
"I don't think it's harmful," said Vines. "Again, we have these very broad categories. I think people are certainly welcome to talk to their personal health care provider. But the categories, I think, are purposely fairly broad so that people aren't turned away from something they feel like they need."